2017 Map of Juneau D-3 SW

About this map

Berners Bay serves as the central coastal feature of this wilderness area, where several glacial river systems converge into the Gulf of Alaska. The landscape is dominated by the heavily timbered and mountainous reaches of the Tongass National Forest, showing the complex drainage patterns of the Berners River, Lace River, and Antler River. This 2017 survey illustrates the intricate relationship between the coastal inlets and the high-elevation terrain typical of Southeast Alaska. These waterways provide a detailed study of the alluvial plains and delta formations where the river mouths meet the bay. Farther inland, the terrain rises sharply toward the east, containing the secluded Antler Lake and the winding course of the Gilkey River. The map provides essential data for understanding the hydrography and topographical boundaries of this protected forest region.