Bowie Seamount, seamount in British Columbia
Bowie Seamount is an ancient submarine volcano located off the coast of British Columbia, Canada.
It was first mapped in 1966 and named after the survey ship CSS Bowie used in its discovery.
The Seamount is revered by the indigenous Haida people as a significant underwater feature in their territorial waters.
It serves as a location for marine research and conservation efforts due to its unique ecological characteristics.
Bowie Seamount is one of the shallowest known seamounts, with its peak lying just 24 meters below the water's surface.
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Location
Elevation above the sea
-24 m
Made from material
basalt
GPS coordinates
53.30692,-135.65923
Latest update
August 31, 2026 11:37
