2021 Map of Juneau C-2 SW

About this map

Tongass National Forest dominates this section of the Alaskan panhandle, where the high-altitude landscape is shaped by the immense Eagle Glacier. The topography is defined by the steep rises of the Coast Mountains, with prominent peaks such as Mt Ernest Gruening and Triangle Peak punctuating the glacial terrain. This 2021 study captures a landscape of extreme vertical relief, including the jagged formations of the Folded Towers and Mendenhall Towers. These features represent a contemporary record of glacial extent and alpine morphology in the region north of Juneau. The absence of roads or permanent structures reflects the wilderness status of the area, making this a vital resource for understanding modern-day glacial hydrology and the protected public lands within the national forest system.