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2017 Map of Petersburg A-2 SE

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Petersburg A-2 SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

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Etolin Island, situated in the heart of the Alexander Archipelago, is defined by its intricate shoreline and deeply recessed tidal inlets. This 2017 survey shows the dense forestation of the Tongass National Forest covering the island's steep slopes, where Navy Peak rises as a prominent landmark. The interior is dotted with significant freshwater bodies like Navy Lake and Hatchery Lake, suggesting a landscape of interconnected drainage systems feeding into the Gulf of Alaska.

Maritime activity and navigation are central to the region's character, evidenced by labels like Cannery Point and Jadski Cove. The complex coastline features numerous small islands, including North Burnett Island and Deadman Island, which shelter the waters of Burnett Inlet. These features reflect a traditional reliance on coastal resources and marine transport in a region where the sea and the forest meet at every turn.