Petersburg Borough Map, Alaska
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Petersburg Borough, Alaska
Petersburg Borough is in Southeast Alaska, on Mitkof Island. It’s known as “Little Norway” because of its Norwegian heritage. The main town is Petersburg in the south.
Petersburg is surrounded by the Tongass National Forest, with mountains and glaciers nearby. Fishing is the main industry, especially for salmon and halibut. The town has a busy harbor filled with fishing boats.
The area has a mix of Tlingit and Scandinavian cultures. Petersburg is famous for its Little Norway Festival in May. Despite being small, the borough has a strong sense of community. The scenery is beautiful, with views of mountains and the Inside Passage. Wildlife is common, including bears, eagles, and sea lions. Petersburg is off the usual tourist path, giving it a more authentic Alaskan feel.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Borough Name | Petersburg Borough |
| Borough Seat | Petersburg |
| Population | Approximately 3,100 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Petersburg, Kupreanof, Thomas Bay, Kake (partly) |
| Interstates and Highways | None (No interstates; Alaska Marine Highway provides transportation) |
| FIPS Code | 02-195 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,829 square miles (Land: 2,896 sq mi, Water: 933 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Boroughs and Census Areas (and Direction) | Juneau City and Borough (Northwest), Wrangell City and Borough (Southeast), Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area (Southeast), Hoonah–Angoon Census Area (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Alaska Time Zone (AKT) |
| State | Alaska |
| Coordinates | 56.8125° N, 132.9556° W |
| Etymology | Named after the city of Petersburg, which was founded by Norwegian immigrant Peter Buschmann in 1897 |
| Major Landmarks | LeConte Glacier, Stikine-LeConte Wilderness, Petersburg Mountain, Mitkof Island, Hammer Slough |
| Website | Petersburg Borough Website |
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