Exploring Alaska's Western Prince William Sound introduces readers to the intricate mountainous fiords and back bays encompassing the western Sound. Enveloped by the Chugach National Forest and the Nellie Juan–College Fiord Wilderness Study Area, the region also features 10 Alaska State Marine Parks and Recreation Sites. The guidebook highlights unique destinations, including those with State and Federal public-use cabins, wilderness hiking areas, anchorages, and beaches suitable for landings and camping. This illustrated 320-page book is ideal for both trip planning and on-site navigation. Part I of the book recounts the region’s natural and human history. Part II offers a marine travel guide with details about destinations, along with travel and navigation tips suitable for small boat mariners, ocean kayakers, and weekend campers. The book includes 163 regional and local maps, is illustrated with 47 photographs, and describes hundreds of anchorages and landing beaches.
