2017 Map of Craig D-1 NE

About this map

Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal Alaska landscape, where the waters of the Gulf of Alaska and the Pacific Ocean meet the intricate shoreline of the Alexander Archipelago. The survey focuses on a remote marine environment defined by deep channels and isolated landmasses. Large islands like Deer Island are characterized by steep coastal elevations and dense timber, while smaller outcrops such as Westerly Island, Easterly Island, and Change Island dot the surrounding passages. Significant navigational landmarks including Point Peters, Watkins Point, and Eaton Point serve as the primary geographical anchors for this maritime region. The transition from the open ocean into protected waterways like Ernest Sound and Seward Passage highlights the complex hydrography that has shaped the local fishing and timber economies for generations. Notable coastal indentations, such as Emerald Bay, provide a closer look at the interaction between the rainforest terrain and the sea.