1969 Map of Stepovak Bay

About this map

The settlement of Perryville anchors the northern coastline of the Alaska Peninsula in this 1969 topographic study, situated near the mouth of the Kametolook River. This coastal landscape is defined by its complex maritime geography, where the Kupreanof Peninsula divides the waters of Stepovak Bay and Ivanof Bay. Further offshore, the Shumagin Islands rise from the Pacific Ocean, including the large landmass of Nagai Island and the smaller Chiachi Islands. The map detail highlights the region's reliance on sea and air transport, noting a landing area and seaplane anchorage near Chiachi Island. These features, along with coastal markers like Coal Cape and Fox Cape, provide essential navigational context for a region defined by its volcanic geology and seafaring heritage.