Volcan Poas culmine à 2708 mètres en Costa Rica, North America.
Ce sommet est classé comme volcanic.
Altitude
2708 m
Proéminence
— m
Coordonnées
10,200000, -84,233056
Type
volcanic
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Comparaison des altitudes
À propos de cette montagne
Volcan Poas (2708m) is a volcanic peak in Costa Rica. Grade 1/5: accessible hike. A well-regarded peak in its region, offering accessible terrain and panoramic views for fit hikers.
The topographic contour map of Volcan Poas (2708m) shows contours reflecting the unique geological character of the terrain. Contour lines are drawn at 50m intervals, with index contours (thicker lines) every 250m. The hypsometric color scale ranges from green (lower elevations) through yellow and orange to white (highest elevations near the 2,708m summit).
Profil d'altitude
The east–west elevation profile of Volcan Poas (2708m) shows the terrain cross-section through the summit at 2,708m. The color gradient transitions from green (valley floor) to white (summit zone), with the red summit marker indicating the peak.
Frequently Asked Questions
The contour map uses a hypsometric color scale where green represents lower elevations, yellow and orange indicate mid-range altitudes, and white marks the highest zones near the summit. Thicker contour lines (index contours) are drawn at wider intervals to help you quickly estimate elevation.
The contour map of Volcan Poas (2708m) uses a 50m contour interval. This means each line represents a 50m change in elevation. Closely spaced contours indicate steeper terrain, while widely spaced contours show gentler slopes.
The elevation profile is a cross-section through Volcan Poas (2708m) from west to east, passing through the summit at 2,708m. It reveals the mountain's shape, steepness, and relative height compared to the surrounding terrain. The horizontal axis shows distance in kilometers from the peak.
