Jeannette Island

Jeannette Island is an island in the East Siberian Sea and the easternmost landmass of the De Long Islands. It rises approximately 350 meters above sea level and measures roughly 3 kilometers long and 1 kilometer wide.

The island was discovered in 1881 during an expedition when a ship commanded by George W. De Long became trapped in Arctic pack ice. This finding marked an important moment in the exploration of Russia's remotest Arctic regions.

The island maintains its geological importance with exposed bedrock formations containing Upper Cambrian volcaniclastic rocks and andesitic lava flows along the southwestern coast.

The island can only be reached with specialized ships equipped to navigate through thick ice surrounding the area year-round. Visitors should expect extreme weather conditions and limited accessibility outside the short summer months.

The island appears as a black mark on Google Maps, sparking numerous theories about its appearance and drawing international discussions about territorial ownership. This puzzling representation has made it a subject of interest in online mapping communities.

Location: Bulunsky District

Elevation above the sea: 351 m

Part of: De Long Islands

GPS coordinates: 76.79471,158.04671

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41