1955 Map of Ketchikan B-2

About this map

Misty Fjords Wilderness defines this section of Southeast Alaska, where glacial-carved waterways and steep coastal terrain dominate the landscape. The intricate network of fjords is anchored by the deep reach of Boca de Quadra, with secondary inlets like Wilson Arm and Bakewell Arm cutting deep into the mainland. In an era where air travel was the primary link to these remote drainages, the map identifies specific infrastructure for bush pilots, including the Wilson Lake Seaplane Landing Area and the Bakewell Lake Seaplane Landing Area. Numerous drainages like the Blossom River and Keta River flow through the interior, while isolated human presence is noted only by a lone Cabin and the naming of landmarks such as Quartz Hill.