How to check your elevation
- Tap "Use my location" to check the elevation where you are.
- Or click anywhere on the map to check that spot instead.
- Switch between meters and feet.
Common uses
- Hiking and trip planning — check the elevation of a trailhead, summit, or campsite before you go.
- Altitude awareness — get a rough sense of altitude for activities where elevation affects performance or comfort.
- Flood-risk context — see how far above (or close to) sea level a property or plot of land sits.
- Agriculture and land assessment — compare elevation across a piece of land you're evaluating.
- Drone and flight planning — get ground elevation at a launch point before planning a flight.
FAQ
How accurate is this elevation data?
Elevation is sourced from global digital elevation models and is generally accurate to within a few meters, though accuracy can vary in mountainous or heavily built-up areas.
Does this use my GPS altitude?
No — it uses your location's latitude and longitude to look up elevation from terrain data, which is more consistent than device GPS altitude readings.