3893 - Masset Inlet Nautical Chart

The Inner Sea of Haida Gwaii: 3893 - Masset Inlet

Explore the heart of northern Graham Island with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3893 is the definitive 1:40,000 scale "road map" for mariners, providing the high-resolution data required for safe passage through the vast, island-dotted waters of Masset Inlet and the technical reaches of Juskatla Inlet.

Precision for Inland Navigation and Coastal Communities

Once inside the inlet, mariners encounter a unique marine ecosystem with diverse shoreline characteristics and specific navigational challenges. CHS Chart 3893 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe pilotage:

• Comprehensive Inlet Mapping: Features detailed bathymetry for the entire basin, providing safe leads to the community of Port Clements and the industrial hub of Juskatla.

• Juskatla Inlet & Narrows: Provides the granular resolution necessary to navigate the tidal narrows leading into Juskatla Inlet and the approaches to McClinton Bay.

• Kumdis Island & Shoreline Detail: Precision mapping of the low-lying eastern shorelines and the complex channels around Kumdis Island, vital for small craft and shallow-draft vessels.

• Seafloor & Anchorage Intelligence: Explicitly shows water depths and the nature of the sea bottom (mud, sand, or rock), essential for securing a safe anchorage in this massive, weather-sensitive inland body of water.

The Professional Standard for Interior Graham Island Safety

As the primary navigational resource for log towing, local transport, and recreational exploration within the heart of the island, the reliability of Chart 3893 is paramount. Specifically designed to meet the rigorous requirements of marine navigation, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate the interior of Haida Gwaii with total confidence.