Old Maps of Chenega Bay, Alaska for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of Chenega Bay. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Chenega Bay.


Chenega Bay, AK maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Seward
    1951 Map of Seward
    1951 Seward
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Kenai Peninsula and Prince William Sound come to life in the early 1950s as the rail and maritime networks linked remote coastal outposts. Genealogists and historians can trace the Alaska Railroad corridor through Seward, find the Jesse Lee Indian School, and locate isolated camps like Latouche and Chenega.
    4 unique versions available

  2. 1951 Map of Seward A-3, 1965 Print
    1951 Map of Seward A-3, 1965 Print
    1951 Seward A-3
    1965 Print · USGS
    Prince William Sound's islands and waterways are documented here during the early fifties, showing a region defined by maritime industry and mining. Researchers can trace the heritage of San Juan Cannery and identify the locations of the Beatson Mine (Aband) and the LIGHTHOUSE RESERVE.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1952 Map of Seward A-3, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Seward A-3, 1954 Print
    1952 Seward A-3
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal life in the 1950s centered on the fishing and mining outposts of the Prince of Wales Passage. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Latouche, the San Juan Cannery, and several abandoned sites like the Blackbird Mine (Aband).
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1953 Map of Seward, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Seward, 1956 Print
    1953 Seward
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Kenai Peninsula and Prince William Sound are documented in the early 1950s as the rail and road networks expanded. Trace the route of the Alaska Railroad and find early settlements like Seward, Moose Pass, and Latouche.
    12 unique versions available

  5. 1959 Map of Seward
    1959 Map of Seward
    1959 Seward
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Kenai Peninsula and Prince William Sound are captured here during the mid-century, showing the vital transit corridor between Seward and the interior. Researchers can trace the Alaska Railroad through Whittier and locate historic coastal settlements like Chenega and Latouche.

  6. 2000 Map of Seward A-3, 2002 Print
    2000 Map of Seward A-3, 2002 Print
    2000 Seward A-3
    2002 Print · USGS
    The islands of Prince William Sound appear here in the late twentieth century, showing a landscape shaped by maritime industry and mining. Researchers can trace the heritage of Port Ashton, locate the Beatson Mine, and find historical locations like Chenega (Site).

  7. 2018 Map of Seward A-3 SW, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Seward A-3 SW, 2018 Print
    2018 Seward A-3 SW
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Chenega Bay, including Port Ashton, Port San Juan, and other nearby areas

  8. 2023 Map of Seward A-3 SW, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Seward A-3 SW, 2023 Print
    2023 Seward A-3 SW
    2023 Print · USGS
    Prince William Sound island communities come into focus in the early 2020s, showing the intersection of coastal wilderness and remote infrastructure. Researchers can trace the layout of Chenega, locate Port Ashton, and follow the Airport Access Road on Evans Island.

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