Vancouver Island Coordinates (49.5000° N, 125.5000° W) & Highest Point

Vancouver Island is a notable island in Canada. It is located at approximately 49.5000° N, 125.5000° W. Its highest point is about 2,200 m above sea level.

Location: Canada

Region: Pacific Northwest

Type: Island

Coordinates: 49.5000° N, 125.5000° W

Highest point: 2,200 m

Common Questions About Vancouver Island

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Where Vancouver Island is located

Vancouver Island is located in Canada, in the region of Pacific Northwest. Its coordinates are approximately 49.5000° N, 125.5000° W.

Vancouver Island importance

This island is considered significant within Canada for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

Vancouver Island geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of Canada. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

Vancouver Island climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

Vancouver Island facts

Reference works often highlight Vancouver Island when explaining the geography of Canada. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryCanada

RegionPacific Northwest

Coordinates49.5000° N, 125.5000° W

Highest point2,200 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vancouver Island located?

Vancouver Island is located in Canada, in the region of Pacific Northwest.

What type of place is Vancouver Island?

Vancouver Island is a notable island in Canada.

What are the coordinates of Vancouver Island?

Vancouver Island is located at approximately 49.5000° N, 125.5000° W.