2023 Map of Seward B-3 NW

About this map

Prince William Sound defines the eastern boundary of this maritime landscape, where the irregular coastline of the Kenai Peninsula meets the sea in a complex network of bays and inlets. Dominating the northern high ground, Eshamy Peak rises above a series of interconnected water bodies, including Falls Lake, Gunboat Lakes, and the secluded Eshamy Lake. The terrain is characterized by these steep vertical rises situated within the Chugach National Forest, which covers the entirety of the land area shown. Deep-water inlets such as Eshamy Bay, Granite Bay, and Paddy Bay penetrate the coastline, creating a series of protected harbors and rocky points like Point Nowell. Off the coast, Crafton Island and Junction Island stand as prominent landmarks for navigation in the sound. The absence of roads or established settlements emphasizes the wilderness character of this coastal forest region as it remained in the early 21st century.