2017 Map of Middleton Island D-1 NW

About this map

Kayak Island dominates the topography of this 2017 survey, situated within the Valdez-Cordova Census Area of Alaska. Reaching out into the Gulf of Alaska, the island represents a pristine example of the state's coastal wilderness. The map illustrates the northern reaches of the island where it meets the Kayak Entrance, a passage critical for navigating these northern waters. Much of the terrain falls under federal protection, shared between the Chugach National Forest and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. This 7.5-minute series map provides a high level of detail for the island's elevation and coastline, offering a valuable record for researchers interested in the environmental preservation and geographic layout of this remote region in the early 21st century.