1951 Map of Sitka

About this map

Chichagof Island, Baranof Island, and Admiralty Island dominate this mid-century maritime survey, documenting the intricate coastal landscape of the Alexander Archipelago. The regional hub of Sitka is situated on the western shore of Baranof Island, sheltered from the open Pacific by Kruzof Island and its prominent Mount Edgecumbe volcanic peak. Small coastal outposts like Pelican, Tenakee Springs, and Angoon are shown at the water's edge, highlighting the dependence on marine transport through waterways such as Chatham Strait and Peril Strait. While much of the land is managed under the Tongass National Forest, the map also identifies specific human infrastructure including a local Army Camp and various Cem and Mine sites. The inclusion of the Admiralty Island National Monument Wilderness reflects the shifting focus toward large-scale conservation in the latter half of the 20th century.