2018 Map of Seward D-3 NW

About this map

Chugach National Forest dominates this coastal landscape where the waters of Prince William Sound meet the jagged shoreline of south-central Alaska. The map centers on the northern reach of Esther Island, defined by the narrow waterway of Esther Passage to the east and the expansive Port Wells to the west. The small settlement of Golden is positioned on the northeastern coast, providing a rare point of human habitation in this wilderness area. The island's interior is accessible via the North Portage Tr, which connects the coastal inlets across the high, glaciated terrain. Significant water features like Avery River and Davis Lake drain the mainland slopes, while Granite Bay carves into the southwestern coast of the island. This topographic survey captures the complex intersection of fjord-like passages and protected forest lands before the latest shift in maritime and environmental data.