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2021 Map of Sitka B-1 SE

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Sitka B-1 SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Elliott Island and Long Island anchor the coastal geography of this portion of Southeast Alaska, where the intricate shoreline of the Tongass National Forest meets the tides of Pybus Bay. The topography is defined by narrow waterways and protected inlets such as Cannery Cove and Sheldon Cove, which have historically provided shelter for maritime activity in the Hoonah-Angoon Census Area.

A network of islands, including the Midway Islands, Southwest Islands, and Grave Island, creates a complex navigation environment through the West Channel. The absence of developed roads or major settlements highlights the wilderness character of the region, where the forest and sea are the primary features. Researchers can trace the varied elevations of the coastal hills and the protected waters of Little Pybus Bay, illustrating the pristine maritime landscape of the Alexander Archipelago.