Precise Elevation Data for any Location on Earth
Geospatial data for route planning, visualizing terrain in 3D, and more
Solve complex problems with a simple and direct solution. Get the elevation of a single point or build an entire elevation profile along a path, allowing you to bring a new dimension to your applications.
Elevation at Your Fingertips
We designed our Elevation API to be straightforward and user-friendly, delivering the most accurate and precise elevation data directly to you.
- Get the elevation of a single point or an entire elevation profile along a path
- Access high-resolution elevation data for any location on Earth, from the lowest valleys to the highest mountain peaks
- Our data is sampled at a high resolution (30m or better), ensuring you get a true-to-life representation of the terrain
- Unlike competitors who require complex tile decoding, our API returns elevation data in a simple, straightforward JSON response
Past, Present, or Future
Solve real-world problems by providing the accurate vertical data required for a variety of applications.
- Optimize delivery routes for large vehicles by avoiding steep grades or low-clearance areas
- Provide elevation profiles for hiking, biking, and running routes, helping users prepare for their journey
- Use elevation data to understand the grade changes a vehicle or device experiences
- Integrate elevation data into applications for site surveys, civil engineering, and urban planning
Why Stadia Maps?
We designed our Elevation API to be simple, direct, and developer-friendly, offering a compelling alternative to more complex solutions.
- Direct elevation values eliminate the need for you to set up complex tile-decoding logic
- A dedicated endpoint for elevation saves time wading through a sea of other functionalities to get the data you need
- Straightforward JSON responses, meaning you can get the elevation data with a single, simple request
- Economical and predictable for a wide range of use cases