Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VUS035R - North Slope Alaska - microSD™/SD™

Navigate the Remote Waters of North Slope Alaska with Confidence

Exploring the rugged northern coast of Alaska demands charts that match the terrain's intensity. From the icy shores of Point Hope to the edge of the United States/Canadian border, passing through Point Barrow, Kaktovik, and Peard Bay, this chart delivers intricate details tailored for the Arctic frontier. Boaters and anglers venturing into these remote areas face unique challenges like shifting sands, strong currents, and limited landmarks—features that this high-definition mapping overcomes with precision and clarity.

Key Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience

Blending Garmin's proven technology with Navionics data, these charts go beyond basic mapping. They empower you to plan smarter routes, spot fish-holding structures, and avoid hazards in low-visibility conditions common to Alaskan waters.

• Auto Guidance Technology: Input your boat's draft and clearance preferences, and it generates a suggested path, factoring in real-time depths and obstacles—ideal for threading through narrow inlets or navigating around ice floes.
• High-Resolution Relief Shading: Shadows and colors reveal underwater contours vividly, helping you identify drop-offs and reefs that traditional lines miss, crucial for bottom fishing in turbid Arctic seas.
• Depth Range Shading and Shallow Water Highlights: Customize up to 10 depth bands or shade shallows to match your vessel's needs, preventing groundings in uncharted shallows near river mouths.
• Ultra-Fine 1-Foot Contours: Pinpoint accuracy in marinas, canals, and swampy bays supports tight maneuvers and precise anchoring.
• NOAA Raster Cartography (via App): Download paper-chart style overlays for a familiar feel on compatible displays.
• Satellite Imagery and 3D Perspectives: Crystal-clear overhead views of ports and landmarks, plus MarinerEye (above water) and FishEye (below) 3D views for immersive situational awareness.

Why North Slope Alaska Boaters Rely on These Charts

In a region where weather turns fast and cell service vanishes, reliable navigation is non-negotiable. These charts shine in supporting commercial fishing ops around Kaktovik, recreational cruises past whale-watching hotspots near Point Barrow, or supply runs to remote outposts. The integrated satellite layers help scout beachable spots for overnight camps, while relief shading uncovers submerged boulders hidden by glacial silt. Pair with Garmin plotters for seamless updates via ActiveCaptain, keeping your data fresh against seasonal ice melt changes.

Enhance Safety and Efficiency in Harsh Conditions

Arctic boating isn't forgiving—fog, tides, and wildlife crossings amplify risks. Use Auto Guidance to simulate passages beforehand, relief shading to read bottom hardness for gear deployment, and 3D views to mentally rehearse docking at exposed piers. Anglers benefit from contour precision for jigging over reefs teeming with halibut and cod, while cruisers gain peace of mind dodging unlit wrecks from old whaling eras.

Remember, while these tools boost safety, always cross-check with local knowledge and current conditions. This product is best handled through manufacturer support for any concerns.