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Baranof Archipelago

Baranof Archipelago

Quick Facts
Region:
  • Sitka
Nearest City:
Elevation:
  • 79 ft (24.08 m)
Islands :
Mountains :
About

Baranof I. and adjoining islands, extend SE 105 mi. from Peril Strait to Christian Sound, Alex. Arch.

History of Baranof Archipelago

Name published by U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey (USC&GS) in 1883 Coast Pilot (p. 122). Name was derived from Baranof Island, the Largest of the group.