2018 Map of Cordova C-8 NE

About this map

Prince William Sound defines this coastal landscape where the waters meet the rugged edges of the Chugach National Forest. The map focuses on the intricate shoreline and several significant islands, including the elongated Goose Island and the smaller Gull Island situated offshore. Topography is dominated by the western reaches of the Chugach Mountains, which rise sharply from the sea. Maritime landmarks such as Porcupine Point and Knowles Head provide critical navigation points along this isolated stretch of the Alaskan coast. The sheltered waters of Snug Corner Cove offer a distinct contrast to the open sound, illustrating the natural harbors that have historically served as refuge for mariners and local inhabitants in the Valdez-Cordova region. This 2018 survey detail provides a modern record of these landforms before the continuous natural shifts of the coastal environment.