McArthur Point

McArthur Point is a cape in , . McArthur Point is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .

Places of Interest

Highlights include RAF Ascension Island and Government House.

Aerodrome
Photo: Pauline and John Grimshaw, CC BY 2.0.
, also known as Wideawake Airfield or Ascension Island Auxiliary Field, is a military airfield and facility located on in the Atlantic Ocean.

Government office
Photo: quirkycontinuum, CC BY 2.0.
is a government office.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Georgetown and Two Boats.

Town
Photo: LordHarris, CC BY-SA 3.0.
is the capital and chief settlement of , in the British Overseas Territory of , situated on the west coast of the island.

Village
Photo: Drew Avery, CC BY 2.0.
, also known as Village, is a village at the foot of on . Founded in the early 19th century, it was a originally a resting point for sailors who sought to ascend the mountain.

McArthur Point

Latitude
-7.958° or 7° 57′ 29″ south
Longitude
-14.41435° or 14° 24′ 52″ west
Elevation
7 feet (2 metres)
Open location code
6C472HRP+R7
Open­Street­Map ID
node 10174924346
Open­Street­Map feature
natural=­cape
Geo­Names ID
2411380
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Satellite Map

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Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Catherine Point Petroleum Storage Depot and Wideawake Fairs.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include GCHQ Listening Station Ascension Island and Grotto of Our Lady of Ascension.

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