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1955 Map of Prince Rupert D-2

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Prince Rupert D-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Alaska British Columbia Boundary cuts diagonally through this maritime landscape, tracing the waters of Pearse Canal and the United States Canada Boundary. This 1955 survey captures the complex archipelago of the Tongass National Forest, where deep fjords like Willard Inlet and Fillmore Inlet carve through high coastal peaks. A single Cannery at Gwent Cove represents the region's historical reliance on the salmon industry, situated near the northern reach of Pearse Canal.

Navigational landmarks and steep coastal features define the area, from the sheer Getukti Cliff to the prominent Hat Mountain on Wales Island. The map documents the intricate network of passages—including Wales Passage and Edward Passage—that separate significant landmasses like Fillmore Island and Pearse Island. These waterways served as vital corridors for coastal transit and maritime commerce before the era of modern development.