Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Mauritania topographic map
Click on the map to display elevation.
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Mauritania
A series of scarps face southwest, longitudinally bisecting these plains in the center of the country. The scarps also separate a series of sandstone plateaus, the highest of which is the Adrar Plateau, reaching an elevation of 500 metres or 1,600 feet. Spring-fed oases lie at the foot of some of the scarps. Isolated peaks, often rich in minerals, rise above the plateaus; the smaller peaks are called guelbs and the larger ones kedias. The concentric Guelb er Richat is a prominent feature of the north-central region. Kediet ej Jill, near the city of Zouîrât, has an elevation of 915 metres (3,000 ft) and is the highest peak. The plateaus gradually descend toward the northeast to the barren El Djouf, or "Empty Quarter," a vast region of large sand dunes that merges into the Sahara Desert. To the west, between the ocean and the plateaus, are alternating areas of clayey plains (regs) and sand dunes (ergs), some of which shift from place to place, gradually moved by high winds. The dunes generally increase in size and mobility toward the north.
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
About this map
Name: Mauritania topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Location: Mauritania (14.72099 -17.23810 27.31494 -4.83333)
Average elevation: 860 ft
Minimum elevation: -10 ft
Maximum elevation: 2,992 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Other topographic maps
Click on a map to view its topography, its elevation and its terrain.
San Francisco Bay Area
United States > California > San Francisco
The San Francisco Bay Area is characterized by a diverse and dynamic topography shaped by geological processes over millions of years. This region features a combination of coastal plains, steep hills, and rugged mountains, all influenced by the tectonic activity associated with the nearby San Andreas Fault…
Average elevation: 371 ft
City of London
United Kingdom > England > City of London > City of London
The elevation of the City ranges from sea level at the Thames to 21.6 metres (71 ft) at the junction of High Holborn and Chancery Lane. Two small but notable hills are within the historic core, Ludgate Hill to the west and Cornhill to the east. Between them ran the Walbrook, one of the many "lost" rivers or…
Average elevation: 138 ft
Flagstaff
United States > Arizona > Coconino County
Flagstaff, located in Coconino County, Arizona, is characterized by its diverse topography, primarily shaped by its high elevation and volcanic activity. Sitting at around 7,000 feet (approximately 2,130 meters), the city is surrounded by the expansive Coconino National Forest, which features a blend of…
Average elevation: 7,139 ft
Santa Cruz Mountains
United States > California > Santa Clara County
The Santa Cruz Mountains are a region of great biological diversity, encompassing cool, moist coastal ecosystems as well as warm, dry chaparral. Much of the area in the Santa Cruz mountains is considered temperate rainforest. In valleys and moist ocean-facing slopes some of the southernmost coast redwoods…
Average elevation: 755 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Atlanta
United States > Georgia > Fulton County
Atlanta (/ætˈlæntə/ at-LAN-tə) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia. With a population of 498,715 living within the city limits, it is the eighth most populous city in the Southeast and 38th most populous…
Average elevation: 935 ft
Baltimore
Baltimore exhibits a diverse topography that plays a significant role in its character and development. Situated along the Patapsco River, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay, the city is positioned on the fall line that separates the Piedmont Plateau to the west from the Atlantic Coastal Plain to the east.…
Average elevation: 213 ft
North America
North America's topography is characterized by its diverse and dramatic landscapes, stretching from the towering Rocky Mountains in the west to the expansive Great Plains in the central region, and the rugged Appalachian Mountains in the east. The Rocky Mountains, which include peaks exceeding 20,000 feet…
Average elevation: 965 ft
Air Force Academy
United States > Colorado > El Paso County > Colorado Springs
The campus of the academy covers 18,455 acres (29 sq mi; 75 km2) on the east side of the Rampart Range of the Rocky Mountains, just north of Colorado Springs. Its elevation is normally given as 7,258 feet (2,212 m) above sea level, which is at the cadet area. The academy was designed by Skidmore, Owings and…
Average elevation: 7,080 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Diamondhead
United States > Mississippi > Hancock County
Much of the land that became Diamondhead had been purchased by Walter Gex, Sr., in 1937 from the Gulf State Paper Company and the Easy Opener Bag Company. Additional land was purchased by Gex, bringing his acquisition to nearly 5,000 acres (2,000 ha). In the late 1960s, D.E.A.R., Inc., later known as the…
Average elevation: 10 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Virginia Beach
United States > Virginia > Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, Virginia, located in the coastal region of the United States, features a predominantly flat terrain characterized by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The elevation is remarkably low, averaging about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level, which contributes to the area's susceptibility to…
Average elevation: 7 ft
Europe
Europe's topography is characterized by a striking contrast between its rugged southern mountains and the expansive plains of the north. The continent is often described as a "peninsula of peninsulas," featuring major peninsulas like the Iberian, Italian, and Balkan, each with unique geological features. In…
Average elevation: 732 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Washington, D.C.
United States of America > Washington, D.C. > Washington, D.C.
The highest natural elevation in the District is 409 feet (125 m) above sea level at Fort Reno Park in upper northwest Washington. The lowest point is sea level at the Potomac River. The geographic center of Washington is near the intersection of 4th and L Streets NW.
Average elevation: 207 ft
South America
South America's topography is marked by remarkable diversity and dramatic contrasts. The continent is dominated by the Andes mountain range, which runs along its western edge, stretching over 4,300 miles from Venezuela to Chile. These mountains are home to some of the highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere,…
Average elevation: 928 ft
Africa
Africa's topography is a complex tapestry of plateaus, mountains, valleys, and deserts. The continent is dominated by vast plateaus, with elevations averaging around 1,000 meters (3,281 feet), especially prominent in the south and east. The Ethiopian Highlands, often referred to as the "Roof of Africa," rise…
Average elevation: 1,516 ft
Hilo
United States of America > Hawaii > Hilo
Hilo has a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af), with substantial rainfall throughout the year. Its location on the windward coast (relative to the trade winds), makes it the fourth-wettest city in the United States, behind the southeast Alaskan cities of Whittier, Ketchikan and Yakutat, and one of the…
Average elevation: 1,027 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Navarre
United States > Florida > Santa Rosa County
Navarre is located at 30°24′04″N 86°51′47″W / 30.401°N 86.863°W / 30.401; -86.863Coordinates: 30°24′04″N 86°51′47″W / 30.401°N 86.863°W / 30.401; -86.863. It is located within a portion of the Florida Panhandle observing the Central Time Zone. Elevation is at an average of 10 feet (3.0 m).
Average elevation: 13 ft
Powell Butte
United States > Oregon > Multnomah County > Portland
Powell Butte is located in Multnomah County in the U.S. state of Oregon. According to the U.S. National Geodetic Survey, the butte reaches an elevation of 614 feet (187 m), while the Geographic Names Information System lists the mountain's elevation at 627 feet (191 m). J.E. Allen, an emeritus professor of…
Average elevation: 344 ft
Evanston
United States > Wyoming > Uinta County > Evanston
Evanston is located at 41°15′48″N 110°57′53″W / 41.26333°N 110.96472°W / 41.26333; -110.96472 (41.263302, −110.964616). The elevation is 6749 feet (2057 m) above sea level.
Average elevation: 7,077 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Port Charlotte
United States > Florida > Charlotte County
Port Charlotte is characterized by a predominantly flat and low-lying terrain, typical of Florida’s coastal landscape. The area features a network of waterways, including the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor, which provide ample opportunities for recreational activities like boating and fishing. Elevations…
Average elevation: 13 ft
Appalachian Mountains
United States > North Carolina > Yancey County
The Appalachian Mountains (French: Appalaches), often called the Appalachians, are a system of mountains in eastern to northeastern North America. The Appalachians first formed roughly 480 million years ago during the Ordovician Period. They once reached elevations similar to those of the Alps and the Rocky…
Average elevation: 4,800 ft
Stone Mountain
United States > Georgia > DeKalb County
The park is owned by the state of Georgia and is currently managed by Herschend Family Entertainment. At its summit, the elevation is 1,686 feet (514 m) above sea level and 825 feet (251 m) above the surrounding area. Stone Mountain is well known for not only its geology, but also the enormous rock relief on…
Average elevation: 981 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Fairbanks
United States > Alaska > Fairbanks North Star
Fairbanks is situated within the central Tanana Valley, characterized by a diverse and dynamic topography. The city straddles the Chena River, which flows southwest into the larger Tanana River, defining Fairbanks' southern border. To the north, a gradual incline leads into a chain of hills that ascend toward…
Average elevation: 479 ft
Algiers Point
United States > Louisiana > Orleans Parish > New Orleans > Algiers
Average elevation: 10 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Birmingham
United Kingdom > England > Birmingham
Birmingham is a snowy city relative to other large UK conurbations, due to its inland location and comparatively high elevation. Between 1961 and 1990 Birmingham Airport averaged 13.0 days of snow lying annually, compared to 5.33 at London Heathrow. Snow showers often pass through the city via the Cheshire gap…
Average elevation: 427 ft
New Orleans
United States > Louisiana > Orleans Parish
Founded in 1718 by French colonists, New Orleans was once the territorial capital of French Louisiana before becoming part of the United States in the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. New Orleans in 1840 was the third most populous city in the United States, and it was the largest city in the American South from…
Average elevation: 3 ft
Crater of Diamonds State Park
United States > Arkansas > Pike County > Murfreesboro > Kimberley
Average elevation: 348 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Battle Creek
United States > Michigan > Calhoun County > Battle Creek > Battle Creek
Average elevation: 915 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Boise
United States > Idaho > Ada County
Boise (locally /ˈbɔɪsi/ BOY-see) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Idaho and is the county seat of Ada County. As of the 2020 census, there were 235,684 people residing in the city. On the Boise River in southwestern Idaho, it is 41 miles (66 km) east of the Oregon border and 110…
Average elevation: 3,412 ft
Scottish Highlands
United Kingdom > Scotland > Highland
The Scottish Highlands are renowned for their rugged, mountainous terrain that dominates much of the region. Stretching across the northern and central parts of Scotland, the landscape is shaped by ancient geological forces, including the Caledonian Orogeny, which caused significant tectonic collisions…
Average elevation: 2,976 ft
Uinta Mountains
The high Uintas were extensively glaciated during the last ice age, and most of the large stream valleys on both the north and south sides of the range held long valley glaciers. However, despite reaching to over 13,500 feet (4,110 m) in elevation, the climate today is sufficiently dry that no glaciers…
Average elevation: 7,753 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Himalayas
Nepal > Koshi Province > Solukhumbu
The Himalayas present a dramatic and varied topography characterized by towering peaks, deep valleys, and extensive glaciers. This majestic mountain range features some of the highest elevations on Earth, including Mount Everest, which rises to 29,035 feet. The terrain is marked by steep, jagged ridges and…
Average elevation: 24,787 ft
Troy
United States > New York > Rensselaer County
The western edge of the city is flat along the river, and then steeply slopes to higher terrain to the east. The average elevation is 50 feet, with the highest elevation being 500 feet in the eastern part of the city. The city is longer than it is wide, with the southern part wider than the northern section of…
Average elevation: 449 ft
Parrish
United States > Florida > Manatee County
Parrish features a predominantly flat terrain with an average elevation of approximately 36 feet above sea level. The area's landscape is characterized by gently rolling hills and low-lying regions, making it typical of the Central Florida topography. Surrounding Parrish are numerous wetlands and drainage…
Average elevation: 39 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Antarctica
Antarctica is, on average, the coldest, driest, and windiest of the continents, and it has the highest average elevation. It is mainly a polar desert, with annual precipitation of over 200 mm (8 in) along the coast and far less inland. About 70% of the world's freshwater reserves are frozen in Antarctica,…
Average elevation: 3,350 ft
Columbus
United States > Ohio > Franklin County > Columbus
The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers is just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus metropolitan area, including Alum Creek, Big Walnut Creek, and Darby Creek. Columbus is considered to have relatively flat topography thanks to a large glacier that…
Average elevation: 837 ft
Blue Ridge
United States > Virginia > Loudoun County
Blue Ridge Mountain is noticeably lower in elevation than other sections of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. The southern section of the mountain contains the highest peaks, and the ridge gradually loses elevation as it gets closer to the Potomac. Elevations in the gaps are typically around 1,000 feet…
Average elevation: 600 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Lebec
United States > California > Kern County
According to the United States Census Bureau, Lebec has an area of 15.3 square miles (40 km2). The community, which is near Tejon Pass, lies at an elevation of 3,481 feet (1,061 m).
Average elevation: 3,812 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Erie Canal
United States > New York > Erie County > City of Tonawanda
The construction of the Erie Canal was a landmark civil engineering achievement in the early history of the United States. When built, the 363-mile (584 km) canal was the second-longest in the world (after the Grand Canal in China). Initially 40 feet (12 m) wide and 4 feet (1.2 m) deep, the canal was expanded…
Average elevation: 581 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Rancho Santa Fe
The climate of Rancho Santa Fe is, for the most part, typical of the San Diego metropolitan area though its higher elevation and inland location lends itself to larger temperature variations.
Average elevation: 203 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Inks Lake State Park
United States > Texas > Burnet County > Burnet
Conservation Pool Elevation usually stays around 888.22 ft. msl; however, this lake does fluctuate about 1 foot annually. Inks lake water clarity can be seen as clear to slightly stained mostly throughout the year. It tends to have higher turbidity during the rainy season due to excessive amounts of runoff.
Average elevation: 965 ft
Heber-Overgaard
United States > Arizona > Navajo County
Heber-Overgaard is a census-designated place (CDP) in Navajo County, Arizona, United States. Situated atop the Mogollon Rim, the community lies at an elevation of 6,627 feet (2,020 m). The population was 2,898 at the 2020 census. Heber and Overgaard are technically two unincorporated communities, but as of the…
Average elevation: 6,611 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
East Texas
United States > Pennsylvania > Lehigh County > Lower Macungie Township
Average elevation: 413 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Oak Mountain State Park
United States > Alabama > Shelby County > Pelham > Indian Springs Village
Average elevation: 673 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Southport
United States > North Carolina > Brunswick County > Southport > Southport
Average elevation: 10 ft
Lake Pocotopaug
United States > Connecticut > Middlesex County > East Hampton
Average elevation: 571 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Tucson
United States > Arizona > Pima County > Tucson
The city's elevation is 2,643 ft (806 m) above sea level (as measured at the Tucson International Airport). Tucson is on an alluvial plain in the Sonoran Desert, surrounded by five minor ranges of mountains: the Santa Catalina Mountains and the Tortolita Mountains to the north, the Santa Rita Mountains to the…
Average elevation: 2,743 ft
Englewood
United States > Florida > Sarasota County > Englewood
Englewood features predominantly flat and low-lying terrain typical of the region's coastal landscape. The average elevation here is approximately 15 feet above sea level, which makes the area particularly susceptible to tidal influences and storm surges. The terrain is interspersed with wetlands and…
Average elevation: 10 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Navesink
United States > New Jersey > Monmouth County > Middletown Township > Navesink
Average elevation: 89 ft
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
Make a donation
Gear up for your next adventure:
As an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.
