Square Islands Newfoundland and Labrador Map

About Square Islands, Newfoundland and Labrador

Square Islands is a locality in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is classified as a town. Square Islands is located at 52.7301°N, 55.8295°W.

Square Islands lies cradled by the rugged embrace of Newfoundland's coast, a scattering of landforms that appear as stoic sentinels against the restless Atlantic. It lies 37.8 km east-north-east of Port Hope Simpson, NL (from Port Hope Simpson, NL: bearing 56°T), and is situated 7.7 km south of Dead Islands. The terrain here is a testament to glacial sculpting, with a stark beauty born of exposed bedrock, low-lying scrub, and the occasional hardy spruce clinging to sheltered hollows. Jagged inlets carve deeply into the coastline, their waters a shifting palette of grey-blue, reflecting the often-moody sky. The air itself carries the tang of salt and the damp, earthy scent of moss, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity. In the lingering light of dusk, the islands often glow with a muted, ethereal radiance, the low sun casting long shadows that accentuate the raw, untamed character of this place. The history of Square Islands is inextricably linked to the bounty and challenge of the sea, a narrative etched not in grand monuments but in the enduring spirit of its people. For generations, the rhythm of life here has been dictated by the cod fishery, a vital artery that once pulsed with prosperity and now represents a more modest, yet still significant, economic endeavor. Fishing stages, weathered and worn by countless seasons, dot the shorelines, silent witnesses to a heritage of hard work and resilience. While the grander industries of larger settlements are absent, the local economy of Square Islands remains a testament to resourcefulness, with a focus on sustainable fishing practices and a growing appreciation for the unique natural heritage that draws visitors seeking an authentic coastal experience.

About This Square Islands Map Page

Explore Square Islands, Newfoundland and Labrador, 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: 52.730145, -55.829538. 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 Square Islands includes the postal code (A0K), telephone area code (709, 879). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Square Islands 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.