Ahklun Mountains

mountains, Alaska, United States

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The Ahklun Mountains are a mountain range located in central Alaska, within the United States. They are part of the larger Alaskan mountains and the Pacific mountain system. These mountains are characterized by intricately dissected uplands and are drained by the Yukon and Kuskokwim river systems. While generally lower than ranges to the north and south, some peaks in the eastern highlands can exceed 6,000 feet. The western highlands, which include the Ahklun Mountains, are somewhat lower and more rolling. Notably, the Ahklun Mountains represent the largest formerly glaciated area in central Alaska, featuring beautiful glacial lakes.1

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Alaskan mountains
Physiography of the central ranges
…are now present, but the Ahklun Mountains at the sector’s southwestern extremity are the largest formerly glaciated area in central Alaska; the Wood River–Tikchik region along the east side of the range has beautiful parallel glacial lakes and is considered one of the most-scenic areas in the state.
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…are now present, but the Ahklun Mountains at the sector’s southwestern extremity are the largest formerly glaciated area in central Alaska; the Wood River–Tikchik region along the east side of the range has beautiful parallel glacial lakes and is considered one of the most-scenic areas in the state.
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