Panama Maps

Located in the southern most region of Central America, bordering Colombia to the south and Costa Rica to the north, Panama is horizontally positioned and lies between the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean. Approximately 1,056 miles (1699.47 km) in length and 445 miles (716.158 km) in width, Panama is relatively flat, with most of it's territory under 3,000 feet. The only significant mountain range is known as the "Cordillera Central", which originates in Costa Rica and descends in altitude as it pushes eastward towards Panama City. It is in this region that one finds the Baru Volcano and La Amistad National Park, the latter of which Panama co-manages with Costa Rica; this national park embodies land in both countries. Elevations in this area can reach 9,000 (2743.2 meters) feet in some areas, particularly as you move west towards the border.