2017 Map of Juneau D-4 NE

About this map

The Kakuhan Range dominates this portion of the Coast Mountains within the Tongass National Forest, where the topography transitions from high alpine peaks to the riparian flats of the Berners River. This 2017 survey delineates the boundary between Haines Borough and Juneau Borough as it crosses a landscape defined by glacial influence and drainage patterns. Near the southern edge, Lions Head Mtn stands as a prominent landmark above the surrounding terrain. The presence of Independence Lake tucked into the western slopes illustrates the typical high-altitude catchment basins of this wilderness area. The map is primarily a record of natural hydrology and geomorphology, lacking significant human infrastructure, which highlights the remote character of this maritime forest environment in Southeast Alaska.