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2021 Map of Sitka D-7 NW

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Sitka D-7 NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Pelican sits on the eastern shore of Lisianski Inlet, serving as a focal point for maritime activity in this part of Chichagof Island. The map illustrates the town’s infrastructure, including Pelican Harbor, the Pelican Reservoir, and Pelican Cr, nestled under the steep slopes of Wedge Mtn. To the north, the settlement of Sunnyside occupies a small coastal shelf, while further south, the Stag River flows into the head of Stag Bay.

This portion of the Tongass National Forest is defined by sharp elevation changes and high peaks like Mt Raatikainen and Apex Mtn. The remote character of the interior is evidenced by the limited overland routes, primarily the Stag River Trl, which follows the river valley through the dense wilderness. Waterways like the Saltery River and Conn Cr drain the high country, creating a landscape where travel is largely dictated by the deep glacial fjords and narrow valleys.