Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal region of Southeast Alaska, where steep, densely wooded slopes meet the intricate shoreline of the Alexander Archipelago. The terrain is characterized by deep glacial indentations, notably Kell Bay and Table Bay, which carve into the landmass from the east and south. These protected waters provide a stark contrast to the exposed western coast that faces the open Gulf of Alaska. The map illustrates a landscape largely shaped by its marine environment and federal management, with internal markers like TNF signifying its place within the national forest system. The absence of roads or developed settlements highlights the wild, maritime character of this remote peninsula during the early twenty-first century.
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1948 · Port Alexander A-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Port Alexander B-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Port Alexander A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Port Alexander B-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Port Alexander
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Port Alexander B-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Port Alexander A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Port Alexander
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1953 · Port Alexander B-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1964 · Port Alexander
USGS Topo · 1:250,000