Texada Island
Island in the Strait of Georgia in British Columbia, Canada / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Texada Island is a large island located in the Strait of Georgia of British Columbia, Canada. With an area of 300.45 km2 (116.00 sq mi), it is the largest island of the Gulf Islands and the third largest island in the Strait of Georgia after Whidbey Island in Washington and Quadra Island of the Discovery Islands. Once a major mining and logging centre home to a fairly large population, Texada's industry has largely disappeared and its population shrunk since the decline began in the 1950s. In the present, it is mostly recognized as an out-of-the-way cottage and camping destination known for its warm waters and scenic beaches.
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Location | British Columbia, Canada |
Coordinates | 49°40′N 124°25′W |
Archipelago | Northern Gulf Islands |
Area | 300.45 km2 (116.00 sq mi) |
Length | 50 km (31 mi) |
Width | 10 km (6 mi) |
Highest elevation | 852 m (2795 ft) |
Highest point | Mount Shepherd |
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