2017 Map of Sumdum B-5 SW

About this map

Stephens Passage dominates the maritime landscape of this coastal survey, where the deep waters of the Alexander Archipelago meet the fragmented shoreline of Southeast Alaska. The map highlights the western edge of the Tongass National Forest, illustrating a complex network of coastal features including Steamboat Bay and the narrow Cleveland Passage. Several prominent landforms define the navigation of these waters, from the northern Akusha Island and Point Walpole to the southern reaches near Bill Point. Unlike many inland surveys, this maritime-focused map emphasizes the relationship between the sheltered bays and the points that guard them, such as Fort Point and McNairy Point, which provide critical reference for those navigating the rugged coastline within the Foot Island vicinity.