2017 Map of Dixon Entrance D-1 SW

About this map

The Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal landscape, where the Gulf of Alaska carves a complex network of protected waters and rugged islands. The central Hessa Inlet reaches deep into the shoreline, creating a sheltered maritime environment characterized by narrow passages and secluded harbors. Navigation through these waters relies on distinct landmarks such as Whirlpool Point and the restrictive Hessa Narrows, which separates the mainland from Hessa Island. To the south, Nichols Lake represents one of the few named interior freshwater features in this heavily forested terrain.