Wabana Newfoundland and Labrador Map

About Wabana, Newfoundland and Labrador

Wabana is a town in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is classified as a town. Wabana is located at 47.6395°N, 52.9477°W.

Wabana clings to the rugged southwestern coastline of Bell Island, a place where the Atlantic's breath is a constant, salty kiss. It lies 20.8 km north-north-west of St. John's, NL (from St. John's, NL: bearing 327°T), and is situated 8.4 km west of Portugal Cove-St. Philip's. Here, the land rises in weathered cliffs, their ochre and rust hues a stark contrast against the slate-grey of the sea, a dramatic canvas painted by wind and wave. Rolling hills, dotted with resilient spruce and hardy grasses, spill down towards the water, their slopes etched with the scars of past industry. The air itself feels alive, carrying the sharp tang of brine and the distant cry of gulls, a wild symphony that underscores the quiet persistence of life in Wabana. Even the light seems to hold a unique quality, softening the sharp edges of the landscape at dusk, casting long shadows that stretch like ancient memories across the terrain. For generations, the heart of Wabana beat to the rhythm of iron ore extraction, its fortunes inextricably linked to the rich deposits beneath the island's surface. The echoes of mining, a powerful engine of growth and prosperity, still resonate, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy homes and a proud, hardworking spirit. Though the mines have long since fallen silent, the island's economic life has adapted, with fishing and a growing tourism sector now offering new avenues. The coastline, so vital to its history, remains a focal point, its coves and inlets holding tales of seafaring ancestors and the bounty of the ocean. Wabana, a place shaped by the earth's deep treasures and the boundless sea, continues to forge its future, a testament to the enduring resilience of its people.

About This Wabana Map Page

Explore Wabana, 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: 47.639472, -52.947667. 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 Wabana includes the postal code (A1M), telephone area code (709, 879). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Wabana 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.