
The coastal environment of the Hoonah-Angoon Census Area is defined by intricate shorelines and rugged archipelago terrain within the Tongass National Forest. Prominent landmarks such as Cornwallis Point and the Fossil Bluffs overlook the sheltered waters of Halleck Harbor, while Sachem Island sits isolated near the coastal margin. The map traces the natural boundary between maritime and forest ecosystems, highlighting inland water bodies like Ledge Lake and Cool Lake. This area reflects the remote, undeveloped character of the Alaska Panhandle, where the landform itself dictates human movement and history. Significant coastal features like Skanáx Bay provide important context for navigating this portion of the Alexander Archipelago.
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1948 · Sitka A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Port Alexander D-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1948 · Sitka A-1
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Sitka
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Port Alexander
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Port Alexander D-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1951 · Sitka A-2
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1952 · Port Alexander
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1952 · Sitka
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Sitka
USGS Topo · 1:250,000