2020 Map of Stepovak Bay D-2 NW

About this map

Cape Ikti and the coastal fringes of the Aleutian Range dominate the northern margins of this maritime survey, where the rugged landmass of the Alaska Peninsula meets the open water. The map is defined by the vast reach of the Gulf of Alaska, which occupies the majority of the sheet, illustrating the isolation of this stretch of coastline. In the upper reaches, the protected waters of Kuiukta Bay cut into the mountainous terrain, providing a natural harbor and contrast to the exposed southern capes. This 2020 edition captures the topographical character of a region where high-relief peaks quickly descend into deep ocean waters, a landscape largely shaped by its position along the North Pacific.