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2017 Map of Yakutat A-2 NW

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Yakutat A-2 NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

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Tongass National Forest dominates this coastal Alaskan landscape, where the transition from inland waterways to the open sea is defined by intricate drainage systems and shifting landforms. The presence of the Dry Bay Canoe Trail and its associated Dry Bay Canoe Trail Spur highlights the importance of non-motorized navigation through the dense network of creeks like Williams Cr and Cannery Cr. These routes provide essential passage through the wetland-rich terrain north of the Gulf of Alaska.

Near the shoreline, the Akwe Spit and Banana Strip illustrate the dynamic coastal morphology of the Yakutat region. To the southeast, the boundary of the Glacier Bay National Preserve meets the Muddy Alsek, a significant water feature that shapes the delta environment. This 2017 survey documents the delicate balance of protected wilderness areas and the traditional transit paths that weave between the Ustay River and the coast.