Park earthquake history

A detailed archive of seismic events documented in the surrounding Nevada desert landscape.

Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Activity for Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness

Explore a structured catalogue of historical earthquake records mapped to the vicinity of Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness. This collection provides accessible data on past seismic events occurring near the rugged canyon terrain and sagebrush uplands of this federal wilderness area. Each record links to authoritative USGS information to support geographic research and understanding of seismic activity patterns across this high desert region.

Related tags

wilderness areaGreat Basin desertBlack Rock Desert regioncanyon landscapesagebrush steppe

Explore Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness

A remote canyon wilderness on the edge of Nevada's Black Rock Desert, anchored by a single rugged tributary of High Rock Canyon.

Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness

Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness is a small federal wilderness area in northern Nevada, managed by the Bureau of Land Management as part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. It lies in the High Rock country south of the High Rock Canyon Wilderness and west of the High Rock Lake Wilderness, within the broader landscape associated with the Black Rock-High Rock NCA and the historic emigrant trail complex of the Great Basin. The area is defined by a steep, narrow side canyon draining into the larger High Rock Canyon system, set against the surrounding basalt flats, sagebrush uplands, and playa edges of the northwestern Nevada desert. Although small, the wilderness preserves a distinct piece of rugged canyon terrain that contrasts with the open desert basins around it. Beyond its physical character, the canyon carries a layered human history, most famously as the site of a violent 1911 confrontation between the Northern Paiute band of Mike Daggett and a posse of stockmen. The wilderness was formally designated in 2000, placing this remote canyon under long-term federal protection.

Location: United States of America
Park type: Protected area
Established: 2000
Highest point: 1,677 m

Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness Geography and Maps

Compare Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness records and distances

Explore earthquakes around Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness

Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness is an arid United States upland marked by canyon walls, cliffs, sparse forest, and minor water presence. Its seismic results are independently sourced regional observations, so use their dates, magnitudes, depths, locations, and park distances to investigate history without inferring effects within the wilderness.

Magnitude

Location

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.

No earthquake records match the current filters

Park atlas

Broaden the journey after Little High Rock Canyon earthquake records

Continue to other parks from Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness

The Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness earthquake catalogue provides context before the atlas turns to other protected destinations. This continuation does not mean those places share canyon landforms, wilderness status, geography, geology, proximity, earthquake records, seismic characteristics, hazards, risk, or an equivalent level of documentation.

Wildlife reserveNevada

1.5 km away#1 closest

North

East Fork High Rock Canyon Wilderness: Protected Basin and Canyon Geography

Remote Nevada high desert and basalt canyon landscapes

Managed as a federal wilderness area, this reserve protects the rugged northeast rim of High Rock Canyon in northern Nevada. The landscape is defined by steep volcanic edges, dry drainage systems, and vast, open horizons characteristic of the Great Basin high desert. This area serves as a quiet contrast to the surrounding multi-use terrain, offering an unbroken view of one of the most desolate and striking geographic corridors in the American West.

Established: 2000
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Highland
Climate: Arid

East Fork High Rock Canyon Wilderness Map

Protected landscapeCalifornia

50 km away#2 closest

West

Modoc National Forest: Protected Landscape and Warner Mountains Geography

High desert volcanic terrain in northeastern California

Modoc National Forest encompasses a massive expanse of volcanic plateaus and rugged mountain ridges in the northeastern corner of California. This protected area offers significant geographic variety, transitioning from arid sagebrush basins to lush, high-elevation conifer forests. It serves as a vital natural landscape, home to the South Warner Wilderness and large stands of old-growth timber, reflecting the unique geologic history of the regional lava flows.

Area: 6,695.09 km²
Established: 1904
Relief: Mountain
Access: Moderate access

Explore Modoc National Forest Geography

A wide watercolor illustration showing a calm body of water surrounded by green hills, conifer trees, and reeds in the foreground.

Protected landscapeCalifornia

115 km away#3 closest

Southwest

Lassen National Forest: Mapped Geography and Protected Landscapes of Northern California

Volcanic terrain and expansive old growth ecosystems

Lassen National Forest represents a vast protected landscape in Northern California, defined by its severe volcanic geology and resilient conifer forests. This atlas entry provides essential geographic context regarding the forest boundaries, the volcanic rim of Mount Tehama, and the intricate river systems shaping the region. Explore the terrain, from accessible lava tubes to the wilderness areas preserved within this significant mountain corridor.

Area: 4,331.53 km²
Established: 1905
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Temperate

Lassen National Forest Atlas

A watercolor painting showing soft green hills, distant pink-hued mountains, and a pale blue lake in a serene, stylized landscape.

Protected landscapeNevada

131 km away#4 closest

Southeast

Humboldt, Toiyabe National Forest: Protected Landscape and Regional Mountain Geography

A vast network of Nevada mountain ranges and alpine wilderness

Humboldt, Toiyabe National Forest serves as a defining public land entity across Nevada and eastern California. As the largest national forest in the contiguous United States, it preserves a striking collection of isolated mountain ranges, including the Ruby Mountains and the rugged Jarbidge wilderness, within a broader basin-and-range landscape. Examine the boundaries and terrain that characterize this complex, high-desert ecosystem.

Area: 25,454 km²
Established: 1908
Relief: Mountain
Access: Easy access

Humboldt, Toiyabe National Forest Atlas

Protected landscapeCalifornia

136 km away#5 closest

Southwest

Plumas National Forest: Mapped Geography and Protected Landscape Features in California

Exploring the Sierra Nevada watershed and wilderness terrain

Plumas National Forest serves as a critical protected landscape in northern California, anchoring the headwaters of the Feather River system. This atlas entry details the forest's rugged canyons, high elevation mountain lakes, and significant old growth conifer stands that define its role within the northern Sierra Nevada ecosystem.

Area: 4,640 km²
Established: 1907
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Mediterranean

Plumas National Forest Geography and Atlas Map

Wildlife reserveOregon

167 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Gearhart Mountain Wilderness: Protected Mountain Geography and Forest Atlas

High elevation terrain in the Fremont Winema National Forest

Spanning the border between Lake and Klamath counties, Gearhart Mountain Wilderness stands as a testament to the diverse mountain geography of south-central Oregon. The area features a complex mosaic of white fir, ponderosa pine, and pure lodgepole stands, set within a glacially sculpted landscape of cirques and ridges. This protected refuge serves as a key headwater source and mountain sanctuary, offering expansive vistas that span from the southern Cascades to the far horizon of the Oregon desert landscape.

Area: 92.36 km²
Established: 1943
IUCN: Ib
Relief: Mountain

Explore Gearhart Mountain Wilderness Geography

National parkCalifornia

167 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Lassen Volcanic National Park: Protected Landscape Identity and Geographic Context

Discover the mapped boundaries and natural terrain of this California national park.

Gain a structured understanding of Lassen Volcanic National Park as a protected landscape. This detail page provides essential geographic context, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its specific terrain characteristics within California. It is designed for users seeking detailed information about the park's protected status and its placement within the broader atlas of natural areas, emphasizing its unique geographic identity and conservation significance.

Area: 430.8 km²
Established: 1916
IUCN: II
Visitors: 504.8K annual

Lassen Volcanic National Park protected area

A soft watercolor painting depicting a serene landscape with gentle green hills, a small forest, and a calm lake at sunrise or sunset.

Protected landscapeCalifornia

169 km away#8 closest

West

Shasta, Trinity National Forest: Mapping the Protected Landscapes of Northern California

Volcanic peaks, expansive reservoirs, and rugged mountain wilderness

Spanning over two million acres, Shasta, Trinity National Forest represents a major protected landscape in Northern California. The geography includes the iconic Mount Shasta volcano and the complex shoreline of Shasta Lake, while hosting expansive wilderness areas and diverse terrain ranging from oak-forested foothills to alpine meadows.

Area: 8,942.87 km²
Established: 1954
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Temperate

Shasta, Trinity National Forest Atlas

MoriAtlas Explorer

Begin Your Exploration of the Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness Protected Area

Examine the detailed geography and mapped boundaries of this distinct Nevada wilderness. MoriAtlas provides a clear view into the rugged canyon terrain, surrounding desert uplands, and high-desert protected status of this significant historic site.

Browse next

Countries→Continents→Parks→

Global natural geography

Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness Geography and Maps

Explore related park routes

Explore MoriAtlas Global Parks Browse All MoriAtlas Parks Global Park Map Discovery MoriAtlas: Browse All Countries Browse All MoriAtlas Continents Grand Canyon National Park Atlas Yellowstone National Park Atlas Yosemite National Park Atlas and Geography Serengeti National Park Atlas Galápagos National Park Protected Landscape Banff National Park Geography and Atlas Kruger National Park Atlas Entry Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park Atlas Explore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Geography Plitvice Lakes National Park Atlas Fiordland National Park Protected Landscape Great Smoky Mountains National Park Atlas Afghanistan National Parks and Protected Areas Albania National Parks and Protected Areas Algeria National Parks and Protected Areas American Samoa National Parks and Protected Areas Andorra National Parks and Protected Areas Angola National Parks and Protected Areas Antarctica National Parks and Protected Areas Antigua and Barbuda Park List