2017 Map of Sumdum C-5 NE

About this map

Endicott Arm carves through the coastal wilderness of the Tongass National Forest in this 2017 topographic study. The landscape is defined by the steep transition from the deep waters of the glacial fjord to the high ridgelines that frame the inlet. Isolated landforms like Sumdum Island and the Bushy Islands sit within the arm, providing navigational landmarks for the maritime traffic that characterizes this part of the Alaska Panhandle. The absence of roads or permanent settlements emphasizes the protected nature of the national forest and the reliance on water-based access. On the southwestern shore, the indentation of Sanford Cove and the protrusion of Rock Point mark significant changes in the coastline's orientation, reflecting the scouring action of past glacial movements across the Unorganized Borough.