2017 Map of Sitka D-4 NW

About this map

Tongass National Forest dominates this Alaskan landscape, where the coastal waters of Freshwater Bay meet the high, wooded interior. The map focuses on a complex network of waterways and glacial drainages, most notably the N Fork Freshwater Cr and Poodle Creek, which flow toward the eastern shoreline. Offshore, Rainier Island sits near the mouth of the bay, marking a transition between the protected waters and the open inlet. Human activity is sparse and primarily confined to the Indian River Road in the southwest and various forest service designations like Block 28 HRD. The survey also documents the intricate paths of Kennel Cr and Seal Creek, providing a look at the natural drainage patterns of the Chichagof Island vicinity before significant modern alteration.