2021 Map of Afognak D-1 OE E NW

About this map

The Barren Islands emerge at the meeting point of maritime currents in the north Pacific, serving as a landmark for mariners transiting between the Gulf of Alaska and Cook Inlet. This 2021 survey centers on East Amatuli Island, the easternmost significant landmass in this chain, where the topography culminates at the high point of Puffin Peak. The surrounding waters are dominated by the Kennedy Entrance, a critical passage for vessel traffic entering the inlet from the open sea. The map illustrates the isolation of these islands, defined by steep contours and the absence of human settlements or infrastructure, emphasizing their role as a topographical waypoint rather than a place of habitation.