Sir Francis Drake Channel
A detailed geospatial context for Sir Francis Drake Channel.
Internal
Specialized descriptions of internal geographic and geomorphic features.
Gulf of Juan de Fuca
A major arm of the Pacific Ocean that separates Vancouver Island from the US Puget Sound region.
Nearby
Key landmasses and islands adjacent to Sir Francis Drake Channel.
Vancouver Island
A rugged Pacific island known for rainforests, mountains, and vibrant coastal communities.
Washington Coast
The expansive Pacific coastline of Washington State, characterized by beaches, headlands, and tidal estuaries.
Gateways
Main access points and straits serving as maritime gateways to Sir Francis Drake Channel.
Port Townsend
A historic ferry port on Puget Sound serving as a maritime gateway to the northern Olympic Peninsula.
Victoria BC
The capital city of BC on southern Vancouver Island, serving as a primary transit hub and gateway to Sir Francis Drake Channel.
Water
Significant waterways connected to or flowing into Sir Francis Drake Channel.
Qualicum Ponds
A series of small coastal lagoons and estuarine ponds near the northern Vancouver Island shoreline.