3963 - Work Channel Nautical Chart

The Hidden Fjord: 3963 - Work Channel

Explore the deep, silent waters of the Tsimpsean Peninsula with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3963 is the definitive 1:40,000 scale navigational guide for Work Channel, a spectacular 50-kilometer fjord that remains one of the best-kept secrets of the North Coast.

Precision for Wilderness Discovery and Deep-Water Pilotage

Work Channel is characterized by its dramatic mountain backdrops and extreme depths, often exceeding 300 meters. CHS Chart 3963 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe passage through this majestic waterway:

• Work Channel Corridor: Features high-resolution bathymetry for the entire length of the channel, identifying the narrowest points and the steep underwater profiles that define the fjord.

• Quottoon & Union Inlets: Detailed mapping for the branching arms of Quottoon Inlet and Union Inlet, providing essential data for those seeking the ultimate in remote, high-walled fjord scenery.

• Tsimpsean Peninsula Interior: Offers granular detail for the eastern shores of the peninsula, showing the complex interplay between the mountains and the sea.

• Hazard & Anchorage Intelligence: Explicitly marks drying reefs at creek mouths, potential silting zones, and the few viable anchorages (such as Suloia Bay) in an area where the seafloor typically drops off precipitously.

The Professional Standard for Remote North Coast Safety

As the primary navigational resource for eco-tour operators, scientific researchers, and wilderness cruisers departing from Prince Rupert, the reliability of Chart 3963 is paramount. Specifically designed to meet the rigorous requirements of marine navigation, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to explore the deep reaches of Work Channel with total confidence.