What Is My Elevation
Find out ‘What is my elevation’ using your device’s location
Use this tool to find your current elevation. For best results, allow permission to use your location when prompted by your browser. The panel above the map will show your elevation and state, and a red marker will show your location on Google Maps.
When you’re on the go, this page helps you quickly answer What Is My Current Elevation, check the elevation of your location, or see your current altitude above mean sea level right now. For an interactive elevation map, including elevation profiles, contours, the ability to search elevation by address, and view city and county boundaries on a fully interactive Google Map, use the Elevation map tool.
Quick Tips for using this Elevation Finder map tool
- Allow permission to use your location* when prompted so the page can use your device’s GPS location (latitude and longitude) for the most accurate elevation result.
- If you get the error message above the map stating Browser settings set to not share your location: on mobile, reload the page to be prompted to share your location. On desktop, click the icon to the left of the page URL in the address bar, enable Location or click Reset permission, and reload the page.
- If location access is blocked or unavailable, the page estimates your location instead using your browser’s IP-based internet connection.
* this website does not store your location
Why You Might Need To Know Your Current Elevation
Here are several example reasons you might need to know your current elevation (see disclaimer):
- check your elevation for weather alerts, flood risk or emergency planning
- check altitude for hiking, biking, camping or travel planning
- understand the ground elevation of your house or current location
- compare elevations when driving, relocating or scouting land
- record elevation while conducting field research or outdoor activities
- know whether elevation may affect weather, health or route planning
FAQs for What Is My Elevation?
Coverage Notes
- Elevation coverage is worldwide. In the U.S., the vertical accuracy is typically within 8ft (2.44m), in the rest of the world the vertical accuracy is typically within 16m (52.5ft).
- The elevation shown is ground elevation, excluding trees, buildings and any other surface objects.
Sources
– US: United States Geological Survey– Rest of World: U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration Jet Propulsion Labratory
DISCLAIMER
Accuracy and Limitations: The information provided by this map tool has been obtained from various public data sources shown in the Sources box above. These sources have varying degrees of reliability and completeness and are subject to change over time. Additionally, while the latitude and longitude values displayed by the map marker suggest a high degree of precision, you should be aware that the underlying Google Maps and source data may not reflect this level of accuracy nor precision.No Legal or Surveying Use: Due to these potential inaccuracies, this tool is not intended for, and must not be used for, legal, surveying, or any critical decision-making purposes. The information is provided on an as-is basis for general reference and entertainment purposes only. For specific inquiries regarding data accuracy or fitness for use, please consult the original data sources. For decisions requiring precise location data, consult the appropriate government or other authoritative sources, and seek professional legal advice.
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