Wood Island

Wood Island
4.745 km²
Coastline: 25.976 km
Landform: Plains
3 / km²
UTC-06:00
Tree Cover: 32%
Deciduous Needleleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Wood Island

Size: 4.745 km²
Coastline: 26 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: The Northwestern Passages
Continent: North America

Wood Island is a Small Island spanning 4.7 km² with a coastline of 26 km.

Archipel: Queen Elizabeth Islands – The northernmost part of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, the Queen Elizabeth Islands are a collection of about 35 major islands. This remote and sparsely populated region is characterized by its polar climate, ice caps, and glaciers. The islands are named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II and are home to diverse Arctic wildlife, including polar bears and seals, and are important for climate research.

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: 70.20626648 / Longitude: -92.33461315

Climate and weather of Wood Island

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 Wood Island

Timezone: UTC-06:00
Timezone places: America/Chicago
Max. Elevation: 38 m
Mean Elevation: 16 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 32%

The mean elevation is 16 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 38 meters above sea level. 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: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Consists of needleleaf trees that shed their needles annually. This type of forest is less common and can be found in certain cold, northern regions. Wood Island has a tree cover of 32 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Wood Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Wood Island. The nearest airport is Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport, located 6 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Wood Island. The closest major port is BELLA BELLA, approximately 7 km away.

The mean population of Wood Island is 3 per km². Wood Island is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Canada.

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


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 Wood Island

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Wood Island. 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.

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