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Historical Catalogue of Recorded Seismic Activity for the National Park of American Samoa

This database contains a detailed collection of historical seismic records linked by location to the National Park of American Samoa. Users can review individual event data including magnitudes, focal depths, and epicentre distances to understand the regional seismic context. These records are aggregated from geological catalogues to provide a transparent overview of past activity around the islands of Tutuila, Ofu, and Ta'ū.

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America's only national park south of the equator, protecting tropical rainforests, coral reefs, and Samoan culture across three remote Pacific islands

National Park of American Samoa

The National Park of American Samoa is a unique protected area spanning three islands in the remote American Samoa territory, making it the only unit of the United States National Park System located south of the equator. Established in 1988, the park encompasses 8,257 acres of tropical rainforest, volcanic landscapes, and marine environments across Tutuila, Ofu, and Ta'ū islands. The park preserves one of the most biologically diverse marine environments in the world, with over 250 coral species and more than 950 fish species, alongside endangered fruit bats and approximately 30% endemic plant species. Unlike most national parks, the land remains under traditional Samoan communal ownership, with the National Park Service operating under a 50-year lease agreement with local village councils. The park protects critical habitats while maintaining the delicate balance between conservation and the cultural practices of the Samoan people who have inhabited these islands for centuries.

Location: United States of America
Park type: National park
Established: 1988
Area: 33.4 km²
Highest point: 970 m

National Park of American Samoa Protected Landscape

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The National Park of American Samoa protects 33.414 km² of tropical mountains, cliffs, forest, beaches, islands, reefs, caves, coast, and volcanic terrain from sea level to 970 metres. Search linked earthquakes by source details and distance, not as confirmation that they occurred within the park or affected its ecosystems.

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The National Park of American Samoa spans 33.414 km² from sea level to 970 metres across tropical mountains, forest, coast, islands, reefs, caves, and volcanic terrain. Related park catalogues stand independently and do not transfer this island setting, possible impacts, hazard, or seismic outlook.

Marine protected areaAmerican Samoa

Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

Southwest

National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa: Mapped Marine Protected Area Geography

Discover protected marine landscapes across American Samoa's region.

Investigate the National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa, a protected marine area with distinct geographic relevance. This detailed view focuses on its mapped boundaries and its role as a protected landscape within the broader atlas of American Samoa. Understand the unique environmental context and protected-area significance that shapes this marine sanctuary.

Area: 35,170 km²
Established: 1986
Climate: Tropical
Access: Easy access

National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa protected area

Marine protected areaAmerican Samoa

44 km away#2 closest

East

Rose Atoll Marine National Monument: Protected Marine Area in American Samoa

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Rose Atoll Marine National Monument is designated as a marine protected area within the geographic scope of American Samoa. This page offers detailed insights into its protected status, mapped terrain, and the surrounding natural landscapes. It serves as a resource for understanding the park's specific boundaries and its role as a conservation area, providing a foundation for geographic discovery.

Relief: Lowland
Scope: Marine
Water: Water-dominated

Rose Atoll Marine National Monument Protected Area

National parkSamoa

111 km away#3 closest

West

O Le Pupu-Puʿe National Park: Explore Samoa's Protected National Park Geography and Boundaries

Mapped terrain and protected landscape context for this Samoan national park.

Understand O Le Pupu-Puʿe National Park as a significant protected area within Samoa's archipelago. This detail entry provides essential geographic context, mapping its boundaries and situating it within the nation's protected lands. Explore the park's role as a national park and its contribution to the mapped natural landscape of Samoa.

Area: 50.2 km²
Established: 1978
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

O Le Pupu-Puʿe National Park Protected Area

National parkUpolu

About 126 km away#4 closest

West

Lake Lanoto'o National Park: Discover Its Protected Landscape and Geographic Setting on Upolu

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Lake Lanoto'o National Park represents a crucial protected area on the island of Upolu, Samoa. This page provides detailed geographic information, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its contribution to the natural landscape of the region. Understand its role as a national park and its position within the broader atlas of protected lands, offering insight into the island's unique geography.

Area: 4.7 km²
Established: 2003
IUCN: II
Relief: Highland

Lake Lanoto'o National Park Atlas Geography

Wildlife reserveAmerican Samoa

About 140 km away#5 closest

East

Rose Atoll National Wildlife Refuge: Southernmost U.S. Wildlife Reserve & Mapped Coral Ecosystem

Discover unique protected landscape geography in American Samoa.

Rose Atoll National Wildlife Refuge is a remote U.S. wildlife reserve situated in American Samoa, distinguished by its unique atoll structure and the southernmost geographical coordinates within the United States. This protected area is renowned for its exceptional marine biodiversity, including extensive coral reef ecosystems, a significant seabird nesting colony, and vital sea turtle habitats. Exploring this refuge offers a window into distinct regional geography, mapped marine protected areas, and the ecological significance of isolated Pacific atolls.

Area: 158.09 km²
Established: 1973
IUCN: Ia
Relief: Lowland

Rose Atoll National Wildlife Refuge protected area

National parkTonga

About 904 km away#6 closest

Southwest

'Eua National Park: Tonga Protected Landscape and Geographic Context

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Access detailed geographic information and mapped boundaries for 'Eua National Park, Tonga's designated national park. This resource provides an atlas-style overview of the park's protected landscape identity, focusing on its natural terrain and its specific place within the broader geography of the Kingdom of Tonga. Understand the park's conservation significance through its landscape context and mapped distribution.

'Eua National Park Protected Landscape

Nature reserveNew Zealand

About 1,818 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Kermadec Islands Nature Reserve: Mapping the Volcanic Terrain and Subtropical Ecosystems

A remote New Zealand volcanic arc and marine protected area.

The Kermadec Islands comprise an isolated chain of volcanic landforms stretching along a submarine ridge in the South Pacific. This nature reserve protects unique subtropical moist forests, diverse seabird colonies, and complex hydrothermal vent communities, serving as a critical area for ongoing ecological restoration and marine science.

Area: 33.6 km²
Established: 1937
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Subtropical

Kermadec Islands Nature Reserve Atlas

Marine protected areaNorfolk Island

2,476 km away#8 closest

Southwest

Norfolk Marine Park: A Comprehensive Look at Australia's Offshore Protected Ocean Reserve

Marine geography, deep sea features, and ocean convergence zones

Norfolk Marine Park represents a vast expanse of offshore territory defined by varied seafloor bathymetry including ridges, plateaus, and troughs. As a key component of the Temperate East Marine Parks Network, the reserve protects the Tasman Front, where dynamic water masses interact to drive biological productivity across the South Pacific. Its geographic isolation and structural diversity make it a pivotal research site for understanding regional marine ecosystems and deep-water fauna connectivity.

Area: 188,444 km²
Established: 2018
IUCN: IV
Climate: Subtropical

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Delve deeper into the specific geographic attributes and mapped boundaries of National Park of American Samoa. Understanding its unique island terrain and regional atlas placement supports a more informed exploration of protected natural areas within the United States. Gain structured insight into the park's protected landscape and its contribution to the nation's conservation geography.

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