What is a compass needle pulled toward?

Magnetic north.

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  1. Your campsite
  2. Magnetic north ✔
  3. The tallest tree

Why: A compass needle aligns with magnetic north, which helps you orient your map and route.

Huh, didn't know that: A compass needle aligns with magnetic north, which helps you orient your map and route.

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My compass gives great directions, it always points me the right way.
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Answer: Magnetic north. A compass needle aligns with magnetic north, which helps you orient your map and route.

  1. Scouting America: Camping www.scouting.org/merit-badges/camping
    How to Use a Compass
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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