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Avingyak Hills

Avingyak Hills

Quick Facts
Region:
  • North Slope
Nearest City:
Elevation:
  • 2224 ft (677.88 m)
About

extend NNW from junction of Makpik Creek with Noatak River, 40 mi. W of Howard Pass, Brooks Range. 17 miles long.

History of Avingyak Hills

Eskimo name, reported to be a family name meaning "mouse"; obtained at Noatak in 1956 by Orth.