Bristol Bay Borough Map, Alaska
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Bristol Bay Borough, Alaska
Bristol Bay Borough is a small area in southwest Alaska. It’s famous for its huge salmon runs, especially sockeye salmon. The borough is home to about 900 people, mostly in the towns of Naknek, South Naknek, and King Salmon.
Fishing is the main job here, with many people working in canneries or on fishing boats. The land is tundra and wetlands, with no trees. Summers are short but busy, as thousands of workers come for the fishing season.
Bears are common in the area, drawn by the salmon. The borough has a rich Native Alaskan history, with Yup’ik and Aleut cultures still strong today. Despite its small size, Bristol Bay Borough has an airport that connects it to Anchorage. The area faces debates about mining and how to protect its valuable fishing grounds.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Borough Name | Bristol Bay Borough |
| Borough Seat | Naknek |
| Population | Approximately 900 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Naknek, King Salmon, South Naknek |
| Interstates and Highways | None (No interstates or major highways in the borough) |
| FIPS Code | 02-060 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 888 square miles (Land: 482 sq mi, Water: 406 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Boroughs and Census Areas (and Direction) | Lake and Peninsula Borough (East, North and South), Dillingham Census Area (West) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Time Zone (AKT) |
| State | Alaska |
| Coordinates | 58.7283° N, 157.0214° W |
| Etymology | Named after Bristol Bay, an arm of the Bering Sea |
| Major Landmarks | Katmai National Park and Preserve (partly in borough), Naknek River, King Salmon Airport, Brooks Camp (famous for bear viewing) |
| Website | Bristol Bay Borough Website |
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