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2021 Map of Prince Rupert D-3 SE

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Prince Rupert D-3 SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal landscape where the Alaskan panhandle meets the Dixon Entrance. The area is defined by a complex network of fjords and islands, centered around the deep waters of Nakat Bay and Harry Bay. Historical maritime navigation points are well-documented here, with prominent coastal features such as Katakwa Point, Point Mansfield, and Ledge Point guiding the way into protected anchorages like Nakat Harbor.

Elevations rise sharply from the shoreline to landmarks like Arm Mtn and Harbor Ridge, illustrating the steep terrain characteristic of this maritime wilderness. Small islands, including Tongass Island, Tingberg Island, and Sitklan Island, guard the southern passages near the Sitklan Passage. This survey captures the remote geography of the Ketchikan Gateway region, highlighting the intricate boundary between the forest and the sea.