About Valley Landmarks Near Me

Valley Landmarks Near Me is a lightweight web app that identifies named valleys around your current position. Grant location and orientation permissions and the app calculates the distance and bearing from your device to each nearby valley, so you can point your phone at a landform and read its name.

How it works

The app loads a curated dataset of named valleys and uses your GPS coordinates to compute great-circle distances and compass bearings. Everything runs in your browser — your location never leaves your device.

Data sources

Valley names, coordinates, and elevations come from public geographic databases, including U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and community-maintained datasets. If you notice missing or incorrect entries, please let us know.

Who it's for

Hikers, backpackers, cyclists, road-trippers, backcountry pilots, and anyone curious about the shape of the land around them.

Contact & feedback

Feedback and corrections are welcome — reach out through the project's public channels linked from the footer.