1952 Map of Seward B-8

About this map

Cooper Landing serves as a central hub on the Kenai Peninsula in the early 1950s, situated at the confluence of the Kenai River and Kenai Lake. This survey illustrates a landscape transitioning into a recreational and residential corridor, evidenced by the presence of Hentons Lodge, Gwins Lodge, and the Quartz Creek Recreation Area. The Sterling Highway provides primary access through the Chugach National Forest, connecting scattered outposts like Nixons Ranch and Hubbard Farm. Aviation and maritime activity are highlighted by the Bohan Cabin Seaplane Base and Snug Harbor, while the interior remains defined by the Kenai Mountains and glacial waters. The presence of the Broadview Guard Station and numerous stream-side gaging stations reflects the active federal management of these waterways and forest lands during the mid-century period.