2017 Map of Seward D-8 NW

About this map

Chickaloon Bay and the tidal reaches of the Pacific Ocean dominate the northern portion of this coastal landscape on the Kenai Peninsula. The map highlights the intersection of two major federal territories: the Chugach National Forest and the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. This geography is defined by its drainage systems, where several streams including Big Indian Cr, Little Indian Cr, and Burnt Island Cr flow from the high elevations in the south toward the mudflats and waters of the bay. The presence of Burnt Island near the mouth of its namesake creek provides a clear landmark for navigating the shoreline. The transition from the steep, mountainous terrain in the southern sections to the broad, silty coastal environment of the north illustrates the dynamic nature of this Alaskan wilderness region.