1954 Map of Iliamna D-3

About this map

Pile Bay Village and Pedro Bay anchor this 1950s survey of the northern reaches of Iliamna Bay, documenting a landscape defined by the drainage systems of the Pile River and Knutson Creek. The topography shows a complex network of waterways, including Long Lake and Dumbbell Lake, situated amidst steep elevations that transition toward Lonesome Point. An inland trail is traced through the valley, suggesting the primary terrestrial route between these coastal settlements and the interior during this era. The map identifies specific navigational and logistical markers such as the Big Chutes and a lone cabin, reflecting the sparse but vital human footprint in this part of Alaska before modern infrastructure. These details capture the state of transit and settlement during the mid-20th century, prior to more extensive regional development.