Point Sophia and the surrounding coastline of the Tongass National Forest define this coastal survey of the southeastern Alaskan wilderness. The map reveals a complex maritime environment where the Icy Strait meets the Gulf of Alaska, characterized by numerous named islets and navigational hazards like Pinta Rock and Halibut Rock. Along the southern shore, several distinct landmarks such as Cannery Point, Hoonah Bluff, and Hoonah Point suggest the localized activity and geographical importance of the area near Port Frederick. This terrain is marked by a blend of steep elevation contours on the mainland and lower-lying features such as Hoonah Island and Scraggy Island. The boundary between Haines Borough and the Hoonah-Angoon Census Area is also delineated, cutting across the northeastern waters of the strait.
19 named features on this map. Tap any name to fly to it.
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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.
1948 · Juneau B-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Juneau A-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Juneau B-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1949 · Juneau B-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1950 · Juneau B-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Juneau
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Juneau A-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1962 · Juneau
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1994 · Juneau A-5
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1995 · Juneau A-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360