Atlin British Columbia Map

About Atlin, British Columbia

Atlin is a community in Cassiar Land District, British Columbia, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Atlin is located at 59.5664°N, 133.7019°W.

Atlin rests in a broad, glacially carved valley where the immense, sky-reflecting waters of its namesake lake dominate the horizon. It lies 86.4 km south-west of Teslin, BC (from Teslin, BC: bearing 220°T), and is situated 7.5 km east-south-east of Scotia Bay. The land here is a grand, open stage, framed by the rugged, snow-dusted peaks of the Coast Mountains, their ancient presence a constant reminder of the immense geological forces that shaped this place. Historically, Atlin owes its very existence to the allure of gold, drawing prospectors in waves during the late 19th century, who sought fortunes in the rich placer deposits of its creeks. The economy, though diversified now, still carries the echo of that mining past, with tourism and the service sector playing increasingly vital roles, sustained by the breathtaking natural beauty that draws visitors from afar. The air itself often carries a crisp, clean scent, a distillation of pine and cold mountain streams. The spirit of Atlin is one of resilience and quiet independence, a character forged by its northern latitude and the challenging, yet profoundly beautiful, environment it inhabits. While no world-renowned universities call Atlin home, the spirit of learning and connection thrives in its close-knit populace, a trait often found in places so deeply connected to the land. The legacy of Indigenous peoples is a foundational thread in the story of this region, their deep understanding of the territory predating any newcomers. Though there are no major professional sports teams, the local passion for outdoor pursuits, from fishing to hiking, is palpable, mirroring the active engagement of its residents with the vast wilderness. The annual Discovery Days celebration, a nod to its gold rush origins, remains a significant cultural marker, bringing together long-time residents and newcomers alike to celebrate the enduring spirit of Atlin.

About This Atlin Map Page

Explore Atlin, British Columbia, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 59.566389, -133.701944. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Atlin includes the postal code (V0W), telephone area code (236, 250, 604, 672, 778). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Atlin is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.