2017 Map of Sitka D-5 SW

About this map

Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal landscape on the eastern shore of Chichagof Island, where steep mountainous terrain meets the labyrinthine waterways of the Alexander Archipelago. The survey illustrates a wilderness defined by sharp elevation changes and intricate shorelines, particularly along the southern reaches of Tenakee Inlet. These glacial-carved waters extend into the land, creating sheltered harbors at Seal Bay and Long Bay. Located within the Sitka Borough, the area remains largely roadless, emphasizing the maritime character of Southeast Alaska's rainforest environment. The map captures the complex drainage patterns and dense contouring of the Tongass, showing how the topographical features dictate the natural corridors of this maritime forest.