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2021 Map of Prince Rupert D-4 NW

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Prince Rupert D-4 NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Duke Island, a prominent landmass within the Alexander Archipelago, dominates this coastal survey of the Tongass National Forest. The landscape is defined by its intricate shoreline, where the Pacific Ocean carves out numerous protected waters including Morse Cove, Reef Harbor, and Pond Bay. These natural harbors and anchorages, such as Ray Anchorage and Judd Harbor, suggest a maritime geography where water access was essential for navigation and survival in the Southeast Alaskan wilderness.

Elevated landmarks like Duke Hill provide topographical contrast to the surrounding marsh and timberland. Nearby islands, including Dog Island and the Duck Islands, cluster along the northwestern coast, while Duke Point and Flag Point serve as distinct coastal markers for the surrounding channels. The map reflects a region largely shaped by its forest management and natural hydrography rather than permanent urban settlement.