Elevation Finder — Find Altitude by Coordinates
Click a point on the map or enter coordinates; instantly read the altitude above sea level in meters and feet.
or enter coordinates below.
Elevation Profile
Data Source & Accuracy
Elevation values come from open elevation datasets (SRTM / NASA); they are suitable for general GIS analysis and preliminary assessment. Precise engineering requires LiDAR or GNSS measurement.
Related Tools
Online Elevation Finder
The Rodosto Elevation Finder lets you instantly find the altitude of any point on a map. Click or enter coordinates to view the height above sea level in meters and feet.
Features
- Single Point Mode: Find the altitude of any point by clicking the map or entering coordinates.
- Elevation Profile: Add multiple points to draw the elevation profile along a route.
- Multiple Map Layers: Switch between Standard, Satellite, Dark and OSM layers.
- Meters and Feet: View results in both meters and feet.
How to Use
In "Single Point" mode, get the elevation by clicking the map or entering latitude and longitude. Switch to "Profile" mode to add multiple points and see the elevation profile on the chart. Distance and min/max values are calculated automatically.
Other Tools
For the distance between two points, use the Distance Calculator. To visualize your map data, try the Map Viewer.
What Is Elevation (Altitude)? How Is It Measured?
Elevation — also called altitude — is the vertical height of a point above mean sea level. Sea level is taken as the zero reference (0 metres), and the elevation of a hill, a city, or a stretch of terrain tells you how far above that zero point it sits. Mount Everest, for example, peaks at roughly 8,849 metres, while a coastal town may sit just a few metres above the water.
How Is Elevation Measured?
There are three common ways to determine elevation. Barometric methods read air pressure — this is what the altimeter in a phone or a wristwatch uses, and it needs regular recalibration to stay accurate. GNSS/GPS receivers calculate an ellipsoidal height from satellite signals, which is then corrected with a geoid model to give the orthometric (above-sea-level) height people actually expect. Digital elevation models — open datasets such as SRTM from NASA — store a height value for every grid cell on Earth. This online elevation finder reads its value from an open elevation dataset, so you get an answer instantly without installing any app.
Elevation in Metres and Feet
Elevation is most often expressed in metres, but feet are still standard in aviation and in parts of the world that use imperial units. The conversion is simple: 1 metre ≈ 3.28 feet (so a 1,000-metre summit is about 3,281 feet). This tool always shows the result in both units, so you do not have to convert by hand.
What Is My Elevation?
To check the altitude of the spot you are standing on right now, open the My Location tool and tap "Find My Location" — it reads your device's position and shows your elevation (and coordinates) in seconds. If you would rather explore freely, just click anywhere on the map in the tool above to query any point on Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the elevation data come from?
Elevation data is sourced from open-source digital elevation models (SRTM/NASA). It is suitable for general GIS analysis and preliminary assessments. For engineering-grade accuracy, LiDAR or GNSS field measurements are required.
Is the elevation above ground or above sea level?
The value shown is altitude above mean sea level (AMSL). It represents the elevation of the terrain at that geographic point, not the height of any structure above it.
How do I create an elevation profile?
Switch to the "Profile" tab and add multiple points along a route on the map. The tool displays the elevation changes graphically. This is useful for hiking trail planning, pipeline routing, and terrain analysis.
Can I look up elevation by typing coordinates instead of clicking the map?
Yes. Enter the latitude and longitude values directly into the input fields on the left panel and click Find Elevation. The map pans to the location and displays the altitude above sea level in both meters and feet.
How accurate is the elevation data?
The underlying SRTM data has a horizontal resolution of approximately 30 meters and a vertical accuracy of roughly ±16 meters in most regions. Results are accurate enough for route planning, trail analysis, and desktop GIS work, but should not be used as a substitute for precise surveying.
Who typically uses an online elevation finder?
Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts check altitude before setting out on trails. Civil and infrastructure engineers use it for rapid terrain screening during early project phases. Environmental scientists and GIS analysts query point elevations to validate or supplement datasets. Drone operators also use it to estimate safe flight altitudes above the ground.
Does the tool work anywhere in the world?
Yes. The SRTM dataset covers land areas between approximately 56° south and 60° north latitude, which includes the vast majority of populated regions on Earth. Remote polar regions may have limited or no data.