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1950 Map of Juneau B-5

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Juneau B-5
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Glacier Bay National Monument dominates the northern reaches of this coastal landscape, where the wilderness meets the deep waters of Excursion Inlet. The map documents a period of specialized maritime activity centered at the Cannery and several small Cabin sites along the eastern shore. Navigation is vital in these channels, evidenced by the Icy Passage Light and Aero Light positioned to guide vessels through Icy Passage and Icy Strait.

A notable concentration of local history is found near the inlet, including an Indian Cem and a Military Cem, reflecting the diverse cultural presence in this southeastern Alaskan waterway. The terrain transitions from the low-lying Pleasant Island, marked by The Knob, to the steep forested slopes of the mainland. This map captures the intersection of industrial fishing, federal land management, and indigenous heritage before the era of modern cruise ship tourism.