Park earthquake history

Reviewing documented seismic events, epicentre distances, and magnitude records for the region.

Historical Catalogue of Recorded Earthquakes Associated with Yellowstone National Park

This collection provides a structured archive of seismic events recorded in proximity to the geographic boundaries of Yellowstone National Park. Users can browse specific records including event dates, magnitude ratings, and calculated epicentre distances sourced from USGS data. The records present historical observations to support geographic analysis of the area without providing predictive models or hazard assessments.

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World's first national park, home to the largest concentration of geysers and a showcase of North American megafauna

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is a national park of the United States located in the northwestern corner of Wyoming, with small portions extending into Montana and Idaho. Established on March 1, 1872, it was the first national park in the world and remains one of the most significant protected areas on the planet. The park spans approximately 2.2 million acres, encompassing a dramatic landscape of volcanic terrain, deep canyons, alpine forests, meadows, lakes, and rivers. It sits atop the Yellowstone Caldera, the largest supervolcano on the North American continent, which has produced three massive eruptions in the past two million years. The park is renowned for its extraordinary geothermal activity, containing more than half of the world's geysers, including the famous Old Faithful. Beyond its volcanic wonders, Yellowstone serves as a vital sanctuary for wildlife, supporting the largest concentration of megafauna in the contiguous United States, including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, elk, and moose. As the centerpiece of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the park represents the largest remaining nearly intact ecosystem in the Earth's northern temperate zone.

Location: United States of America
Park type: National park
Established: 1872
Area: 8,983.2 km²
Highest point: 3,462 m

Yellowstone National Park Atlas

Browse catalogued seismic events by calculated proximity, magnitude, and depth.

Historical Earthquake Archive for Yellowstone National Park Region

Recorded seismic activity data presents historical epicentres located in and around Yellowstone National Park, organized by calculated spatial distance from the park boundaries. Individual entries detail key scientific parameters such as origin date, magnitude, depth, reported location coordinates, and direct links to official seismic source networks.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Discover Other Protected Areas and National Parks Beyond Yellowstone

Global conservation databases provide detailed spatial data and factual profiles for thousands of designated sanctuaries around the world. Accessing regional directories allows researchers and travelers to compare distinct ecological zones, historical boundaries, and administrative designations beyond Yellowstone National Park.

Wildlife reserveMontana

Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

Northwest

Lee Metcalf Wilderness: Geographic Profile and Protected Landscape Boundaries in Montana

Mapping rugged alpine terrain across four distinct mountainous units

Located in southwestern Montana, the Lee Metcalf Wilderness serves as a cornerstone of ecological connectivity within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Spanning over 250,000 acres, this protected area features a unique fragmented geography consisting of the Bear Trap Canyon, Spanish Peaks, Taylor-Hilgard, and Monument Mountains units. The landscape is defined by its roadless mountain ridges, forested slopes, and deep river corridors, providing essential sanctuary for large mammal populations.

Area: 1,029.07 km²
Established: 1983
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Mountain

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Protected landscapeWyoming

Park boundaries overlap#2 closest

East

Shoshone National Forest: A Comprehensive Map and Geography of America's Oldest National Forest

Rugged wilderness and glacial peaks in Wyoming

Discover the immense geographic scale of Shoshone National Forest, which protects a diverse landscape ranging from sagebrush valleys to 13,000-foot granite summits. This atlas overview details its role within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and its expansive, federally designated wilderness areas, offering a clear perspective on its volcanic and glacial terrain.

Area: 9,992.69 km²
Established: 1891
IUCN: VI
Visitors: 500K annual

Shoshone National Forest Geography

Wildlife reserveWyoming

1.8 km away#3 closest

Southwest

Jedediah Smith Wilderness: Protected Alpine Terrain and Teton Range Geography

Glacially sculpted high-country basins in western Wyoming

Spanning the western face of the Teton Range, the Jedediah Smith Wilderness serves as a federally protected buffer for iconic mountain landscapes. The region features dramatic cirques, hanging valleys, and dense subalpine forest habitats, forming an essential, roadless link within the broader Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Explore the terrain features and structural geography that define this remote high-country wilderness area.

Area: 499.59 km²
Established: 1984
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Mountain

Jedediah Smith Wilderness Geography

National parkUnited States of America

5.4 km away#4 closest

South

Grand Teton National Park: Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas Exploration

Explore the mapped terrain and regional park geography.

Grand Teton National Park is a protected landscape offering rich geographic discovery opportunities within the United States of America. This detailed entry facilitates an atlas-style exploration of its mapped boundaries, the surrounding regional geography, and its identity as a significant national park. Understand the specific landscape context and discover its placement within the broader natural terrain of North America.

Area: 1,300 km²
Established: 1929
IUCN: II
Visitors: 2.8M annual

Grand Teton National Park Atlas

Nature reserveBeaverhead County

44 km away#5 closest

West

Red Rock Lakes Wilderness: Nature Reserve and Wetland Geography in Beaverhead County

High elevation marshes and protected water basins.

Red Rock Lakes Wilderness preserves an extensive high-elevation wetland complex in Beaverhead County, Montana. This nature reserve, characterized by shallow lake basins and forested mountain ridges, serves as a vital ecological corridor in the Northern Rockies. Its protected landscape offers a study in water-driven geography, where remote marshes and reflective lakes define the terrain's character.

Area: 130.9 km²
Established: 1976
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Upland

Red Rock Lakes Wilderness Protected Area Map

Protected landscapeWyoming

76 km away#6 closest

Southeast

Fitzpatrick Wilderness: Exploring the Rugged Protected Landscapes of Western Wyoming

A core alpine environment within the Wind River Range.

Fitzpatrick Wilderness represents one of the most uncompromisingly wild segments of the Wind River Range, featuring persistent glaciers, dramatic U-shaped valleys, and high granite spires. This protected landscape offers a deep look into the alpine geography of Wyoming, preserved under the Wilderness Act to maintain its rugged character, remote glacial cirques, and intricate mountain ecosystems.

Area: 803.4 km²
Established: 1976
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Mountain

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Protected landscapeMontana

113 km away#7 closest

North

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest: Geographic Overview and Protected Area Map

Montana wilderness spanning the Continental Divide

Spanning from the rolling eastern plains to the crest of the Northern Rockies, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest serves as a massive protected landscape in central Montana. This forest system protects eight unique mountain ranges and critical wilderness corridors, offering a comprehensive look at the ecological transition zones of the American Mountain West.

Area: 11,000 km²
Established: 1897
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Temperate

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest Atlas

Protected landscapeMontana

123 km away#8 closest

East

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area: Maps and Protected Landscape Geography

A reservoir-anchored protected area in the Montana high desert

Defined by its striking contrast between deep blue reservoir water and sheer canyon walls, Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area protects an essential arid landscape in the Mountain West. This region encompasses portions of the Pryor Mountains and the historic Bad Pass Trail, offering a window into the intersection of vast high-desert plains and rugged mountain terrain.

Area: 486.82 km²
Established: 1966
Visitors: 217.7K annual
Relief: Upland

Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area Geography

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Delve deeper into the protected-area identity and geographic context of Yellowstone National Park. Understanding its mapped landscape and position within Wyoming offers valuable insight into regional natural systems. Continue your atlas exploration to uncover the full geographic significance of this key US national park and its conservation landscape.

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