History of Naokok

Eskimo name reported by U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in 1923. According to a U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey (USC&GS) field report this place (Neakok) was an old whaling post, now abandoned, consisting in 1949 of two old buildings. The name means "head".

Found on the following Topo Maps

Places Near Naokok

Kukpowruk, Naokok,

Tachimesoa Lagoon,

Siksrikpak Point, Sitkok Point,

Kukpowruk Pass, Naokok Pass,

Kopkakisak Island,

Epizetka River, Kukpowruk River,

Kuchaurak Creek,