1963 Map of Cold Bay C-1

About this map

The Alaska Peninsula shoreline meets the cold waters of Bristol Bay in this mid-century topographic record. Dominating the lower half of the landscape is the Alaska Peninsula National Wildlife Refuge, an area defined by complex braided drainage systems and sprawling wetlands. The Cathedral River winds through its namesake Cathedral Valley, carrying glacial runoff toward the coast. Notable landmarks along the coastal margin include the prominent Cape Leontovich, while inland, the elevation rises sharply toward Black Hill. This map provides a technical view of the region's hydrology, including the path of North Creek and the numerous small ponds and lakes that characterize the peninsula's interior before it reaches the open Bering Sea.