2014 Map of Cordova C-5 NE

About this map

Chugach National Forest encompasses this wilderness region near Cordova, where the glacial and river systems of the Alaskan coast meet the Gulf of Alaska. The landscape is defined by the significant drainage of the Rude River, which flows south into the sheltered waters of Nelson Bay. Historically important access is maintained through a network of terrestrial routes including the Rude River N Trail and Rude River S Trail, providing passage through the steep terrain between Kelly Mountain and Snyder Mountain. At the bay's edge, Shepard Point stands as a prominent coastal landmark, connected to the interior via the Shepard Point Trail. Numerous seasonal and permanent waterways like Wesley Falls Cr and Parson Falls Cr demonstrate the area's intricate hydrological profile, while Power Cr drains the southeastern heights of this coastal environment.