1987 Map of Kenai A-5 SE

About this map

Ninilchik sits along the shores of Cook Inlet, serving as a coastal anchor where the Ninilchik River meets the sea. This 1980s landscape reveals a community shaped by its waterways and transport needs, featuring the Ninilchik Airport and several access points for residents and travelers. The presence of a Cem and Trailer Park near the river mouth indicates a settled population, while the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Boundary marks the protected coastal fringes. Moving inland, the terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems including Deep Creek, Salmon Creek, and Silver Creek. Historical land use is further evidenced by a Winter Trail and several Gravel Pits, pointing to local infrastructure development and traditional routes through the Kenai Peninsula interior during the late twentieth century.