
The Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal Alaska landscape, characterized by steep elevations and intricate waterways within the Wrangell borough. A network of primitive pathways, including the Vial Divide Trl, Mustang Lake Trl, and Vial Pass Trl, provides inland access through the dense terrain between Nesbitt Ridge and the shoreline. The mapping highlights the intersection of land and sea where the Stikine Strait meets the coast at Meter Bight. These features suggest a landscape primarily used for maritime navigation and rugged backcountry recreation, with landmarks like Muskeg Mama and St Johns serving as reference points for those traversing this coastal wilderness. The absence of traditional town centers emphasizes the area's role as a natural resource and conservation zone.
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1948 · Petersburg A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Petersburg B-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Petersburg B-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1949 · Petersburg A-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Petersburg B-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Petersburg
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1953 · Petersburg A-3
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1953 · Petersburg A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1953 · Petersburg B-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1960 · Petersburg
USGS Topo · 1:250,000