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Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Activity Near El Ávila National Park

Access a structured collection of historical earthquake records identified within the vicinity of El Ávila National Park. This catalogue provides a clear overview of seismic activity, including event dates, magnitude readings, and calculated epicentre distances relative to the park boundaries. Users can analyze these archived records to understand the geographic distribution of past seismic events in this protected coastal mountain region.

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Caracas' mountain guardian and ecological refuge

El Ávila National Park

El Ávila National Park, officially known as Waraira Repano National Park, protects a dramatic stretch of the Cordillera de la Costa Central mountain range along Venezuela's Caribbean coast. Established in December 1958, this 81,900-hectare protected area rises steeply from the Venezuelan capital of Caracas, creating a remarkable backdrop where the city meets the sea. The park encompasses elevations from 120 meters to 2,765 meters at Pico Naiguatá, the nation's sixth-highest peak. Its proximity to one of South America's largest metropolitan areas makes it a unique example of a national park that serves both as a critical ecological corridor and as an essential recreational escape for millions of urban residents. The mountain has long been regarded as the lungs of the city, providing clean air, watershed protection, and a natural boundary that defines the northern edge of Caracas.

Location
Venezuela
Park type
National park
Established
1958
Area
819 km²
Highest point
2,765 m
El Ávila National Park protected landscape

Compare reported epicentres across Waraira Repano’s mountains, forests and waterfalls

Investigate earthquake geography around El Ávila National Park

Search source-linked earthquake observations around El Ávila National Park, officially Waraira Repano National Park, an 819 km² mixed mountain park of forest, rivers and waterfalls; compare reported dates, magnitudes, depths, localities and park distances. Proximity does not confirm boundary occurrence, mountain or waterfall effects, present danger, seismic causation or future events.

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Explore additional protected parks after El Ávila National Park

A new protected-park collection follows the historical earthquake catalogue for El Ávila National Park. Its destinations are not represented as sharing national-park designation, landscapes, earthquake observations, geological settings, proximity, seismic importance, hazards, risk, or matching content depth.
Natural monumentMiranda
About 0.6 km away#1 closest

East

Monumento natural Cueva Alfredo Jahn: Exploring Protected Limestone Caves in Miranda

Geology, karst topography, and cave system mapping

Monumento natural Cueva Alfredo Jahn serves as a primary geological research site and protected natural area in the Serranía Litoral. The cave system, shaped by perennial waterways, features significant calcite formations and mineral rarity. Examine the mapped extent, elevations, and landscape context of this central Venezuelan cave complex.

Area
0.58 km²
Established
1978
IUCN
III
Visitors
3.5K annual
Monumento natural Cueva Alfredo Jahn Protected Area
National parkVenezuela
11 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Macarao National Park: Venezuela's National Park with Mapped Boundaries and Regional Atlas Context

Explore its protected landscape and geographic setting within South America.

Delve into Macarao National Park, a significant national park situated in Venezuela. This page offers an atlas-centric view of the park, detailing its mapped boundaries and highlighting its importance within the regional geography of northern South America. Understand how Macarao National Park contributes to the country's network of protected landscapes and provides foundational geographic context for explorers and researchers.

Area
150 km²
Established
1973
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Macarao National Park Atlas
Natural monumentAragua
About 37 km away#3 closest

West

Monumento Natural Pico Codazzi: Karst Landscapes and Mountain Corridors in Aragua

Exploring protected summit terrain and regional mountain connectivity

Spanning over 11,850 hectares, Monumento Natural Pico Codazzi preserves a complex mountain landscape defined by limestone massifs, vertical cliffs, and subterranean cave systems. Located in Aragua, this protected area functions as a biological bridge between major national parks, safeguarding a critical environment for migratory bird transit and high-altitude cloud forest stability across the Coastal Range.

Area
118.5 km²
Established
1991
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Tropical
Monumento Natural Pico Codazzi Protected Landscape
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National parkMiranda State
38 km away#4 closest

East

Laguna de Tacarigua National Park: Protected Area and Miranda State Geography

Mapped natural landscape and park boundaries in Venezuela.

Laguna de Tacarigua National Park is a designated national park offering critical protected landscape features within Miranda State. This park provides essential context for understanding Venezuela's protected areas, with a focus on its mapped boundaries and regional geographic setting. Dive into the atlas-style details to comprehend its place in the natural landscape.

Area
391 km²
Established
1974
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Laguna de Tacarigua National Park Atlas
National parkMiranda
About 44 km away#5 closest

Southeast

Guatopo National Park: Venezuela's National Park Mapped Landscape Context

Discover Guatopo National Park's protected area geography.

Guatopo National Park represents a key protected natural landscape in Venezuela's Miranda region. This entry offers detailed geographic context, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its status as a national park. It is designed for users seeking structured information about protected areas, enabling a deeper understanding of natural landscapes and their regional distribution within an atlas framework. Explore the park's distinct protected-area identity and its place in the national geography.

Area
1,224.64 km²
Established
1958
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
Guatopo National Park Protected Area
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National parkVenezuela
47 km away#6 closest

West

Henri Pittier National Park: Venezuela's Oldest National Park, Coastal Range Geography

Explore protected landscapes, cloud forests, and birdwatching geography.

Henri Pittier National Park is Venezuela's foundational protected area, established in 1937 and spanning over 107,800 hectares within the Venezuelan Coastal Range. This national park is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, particularly its over 500 bird species and its distinctive cloud forest ecosystems, which include the iconic Gyranthera caribensis tree. The park's geography extends from rugged mountain terrain to coastal bays and beaches, with the Paso de Portachuelo serving as a significant migratory bird corridor. Its mapped boundaries enclose a rich mosaic of natural landscapes vital for understanding regional conservation and protected area geography in northern South America.

Area
1,078 km²
Established
1937
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
Henri Pittier National Park Geography
Natural monumentGuárico State
About 67 km away#7 closest

South

Monumento natural Morros de Macaira: Mapping the Karst Geology of Guárico State

Limestone massifs, vertical cliff profiles, and protected cavern networks.

Monumento natural Morros de Macaira features a distinct landscape dominated by three limestone massifs. These formations, characterized by sheer vertical cliffs and carved cavern systems, provide a unique geological footprint within the broader plains of Guárico State. The area acts as a vital transition point, sheltering montane vegetation and complex karstic structures that define its role in regional environmental conservation.

Area
0.99 km²
Established
1978
Relief
Upland
Access
Access unknown
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Natural monumentGuárico
About 83 km away#8 closest

Southwest

Monumento Natural Arístides Rojas: Protected Limestone Landscapes in Guárico, Venezuela

Geological exploration of the iconic Los Morros limestone formation

Monumento Natural Arístides Rojas represents a significant protected area in central Venezuela, defined by its dramatic Paleocene limestone hills. This site serves as a vital geological monument, featuring karst caves, steep rocky ridges, and expansive views over San Juan de los Morros. Browse geographic terrain data and trace the boundaries of these sharp, tooth-like hills that characterize the regional landscape transition into the Venezuelan llanos.

Area
27.75 km²
Established
1949
Relief
Mountain
Water
Minor water
Monumento Natural Arístides Rojas Protected Area Map
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Delve deeper into the mapped terrain and unique geographic context of El Ávila National Park. Understanding this protected area's landscape, elevation changes, and ecological significance provides crucial insight into Venezuela's natural atlas. Continue your discovery of its specific park boundaries and the broader regional geography it defines, revealing the intricate natural tapestry of this significant national park.

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