Map of North America | Countries, Regions & Geography

Map of North America – Countries, Cities & Location Guide

This page provides a clear map of North America showing countries, borders, coastlines, and major geographic features. It is designed for education, general reference, and travel planning.

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North America is located in the Northern and Western Hemispheres and includes Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean region.

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This map highlights North America’s position, including major countries, coastlines, and geographic regions.

Where Is North America Located on the Map?

North America is located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and primarily in the Western Hemisphere. It stretches from the Arctic in the north to Central America and the Caribbean in the south.

  • North: Arctic Ocean
  • East: Atlantic Ocean
  • West: Pacific Ocean
  • South: South America (connected via Central America)

Countries of North America

North America includes large countries, Central American nations, and Caribbean countries and territories.

Main Countries

  • Canada
  • United States
  • Mexico

Central America

  • Belize
  • Guatemala
  • Honduras
  • El Salvador
  • Nicaragua
  • Costa Rica
  • Panama

Caribbean Region

  • Cuba
  • Haiti
  • Dominican Republic
  • Jamaica
  • Bahamas
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Barbados
  • Puerto Rico (US territory)

Major Geographic Features

  • Rocky Mountains — western North America
  • Appalachian Mountains — eastern United States and Canada
  • Great Plains — central interior
  • Mississippi River — major river system
  • Great Lakes — largest freshwater lake system globally
  • Gulf of Mexico — southern coastline

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Major Cities in North America

  • New York City — United States
  • Los Angeles — United States
  • Chicago — United States
  • Toronto — Canada
  • Vancouver — Canada
  • Mexico City — Mexico

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North America Map FAQs

  • Where is North America located?
    North America is located in the Northern and Western Hemispheres between the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
  • What countries are in North America?
    North America includes Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central America, and Caribbean nations.
  • What is the largest country in North America?
    Canada is the largest country in North America by land area.

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