Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Medium Island North America Plains Polar Untouched Wilderness

Hendrickson

Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Medium Island North America Plains Polar Untouched Wilderness

Hendrickson, Canada

Added on 6 January 2024

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11.501 km²

Coastline: 31.123 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-07:00

Tree Cover: 76%

Herbaceous Cover

Canada

Closest neighboring island: Summer

Welcome to Hendrickson, a Polar island in the Beaufort Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Hendrickson unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Hendrickson

Size: 11.5 km²
Coastline: 31.1 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Beaufort Sea
Continent: North America

Hendrickson is a Medium Island spanning 12 km² with a coastline of 31 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 69.50290971 / Longitude: -133.59472794

Climate and weather of Hendrickson

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

Topography and nature of Hendrickson

Timezone: UTC-07:00
Timezone places: America/Denver
Max. Elevation: -4 m
Mean Elevation: -6 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 76%

The mean elevation is -6 m. Remarkably, this unique island barely emerges above the sea level, showcasing nature’s fascinating interplay with the ocean. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Hendrickson has a tree cover of 76 %.

Vegetation: 3 vegetation zones – Moderately Diverse Island
These islands start to show a broader range of ecological niches. With three vegetation zones, they may offer a mix of ecosystems like coastal areas, inland woods, and perhaps a distinct wetland or dry area. This diversity supports a wider range of flora and fauna, making these islands more ecologically complex than those with minimal diversity.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Hendrickson

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Hendrickson. The nearest airport is Tuktoyaktuk / James Gruben Airport, located 58 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Hendrickson. The closest major port is TUKTOYAKTUK, approximately 61 km away.

The mean population of Hendrickson is 0 per km². Hendrickson is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

Continuing your journey, Summer is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

July 31, 2023 Beluga Whale hunt at Hendrickson Island #Inuvialuit

2016-07- 18 Hendrickson's on Swan's Island

2016-07- 18 Hendrickson's on Swan's Island.

Film crew finds possible cold case evidence on BC island, police investigating

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Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Hendrickson

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Hendrickson. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.