Cape Froward

Cape Froward is a rocky headland located at the southernmost tip of continental South America. It rises approximately 214 meters (702 feet) above the water of the Magellan Strait that surrounds this isolated point.

English sailors first explored this southernmost point in the late 1500s while navigating the Magellan Strait. The name given to this location during that early voyage became the standard used on maps ever since.

The cross standing on the cape marks a moment when this remote place received global attention from a religious leader. For people in this region, the cape represents the symbolic edge where South America literally ends.

Getting there is best done by sea, as land routes are rarely available in this remote area. Prepare for harsh weather conditions and work with local maritime operators who know the waters and terrain.

The location sits at an extreme geographical coordinate marking the literal end of the South American mainland. This makes it a special destination for travelers seeking to reach the final edge of a continent.

Location: Magellan and the Chilean Antarctic Region

Elevation above the sea: 214 m

GPS coordinates: -53.89294,-71.30642

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03