1950 Map of Norton Bay A-4

About this map

Norton Sound defines the western edge of this coastal landscape, where the tides of the Bering Sea meet the rugged terrain of the Norton Bay region. Near the shore, the small settlement of Egavik sits at the mouth of Egavik Creek, serving as a focal point for activity in an area defined by its seasonal access and drainage networks. The topography is marked by a complex system of ridges and valleys, with Junction Creek and Beeson Slough cutting through the coastal lowlands. A solitary Cabin is noted further inland, suggesting the sparse, dispersed nature of human presence during this era of Alaskan history. The presence of a Winter Trail highlights the importance of seasonal overland travel routes before modern infrastructure reached this part of the Seward Peninsula, providing a rare look at the corridors used by local travelers and hunters.