Park earthquake history

Review historical seismic events associated with the geography of this Wyoming grassland landscape.

Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Data for Thunder Basin National Grassland

This collection presents a structured catalogue of seismic events recorded in the vicinity of Thunder Basin National Grassland. Each record includes event dates, magnitudes, and focal depths mapped by epicentre proximity to the grassland boundaries. Reviewing these data provides a localized perspective on regional seismic patterns across the Powder River Basin.

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A rolling shortgrass and sagebrush steppe in northeastern Wyoming, bridging the Great Plains and the sagebrush sea.

Thunder Basin National Grassland

Thunder Basin National Grassland is a large federally protected expanse of shortgrass prairie and sagebrush steppe in northeastern Wyoming, lying within the Powder River Basin between the Big Horn Mountains to the west and the Black Hills to the east. The grassland is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and sits across a transitional landscape where the Great Plains meet the sagebrush country of the intermountain West, producing a rich mosaic of habitats across rolling plains, breaks, and badland-like terrain. The area is defined ecologically by its position along an ecotone between two major North American grassland systems. Its high plateaus, semi-arid climate, and complex pattern of intermingled federal, state, and private lands support a diverse community of grassland wildlife, including large herbivores, burrowing mammals, ground-nesting birds, and predators. Domestic livestock grazing, hunting, hiking, and dispersed camping are central to how the landscape is experienced and used. What makes Thunder Basin distinctive is the way it blends the open, wind-swept character of the Great Plains with the sage-dominated steppe of the West. The grassland is a working landscape, used by ranching families and managed for wildlife species ranging from pronghorn and mule deer to black-tailed prairie dogs and sage-grouse, while also providing habitat for more than one hundred bird species.

Location: United States of America
Park type: Protected landscape
Established: 1960
Area: 2,215.7 km²
Highest point: 1,600 m

Thunder Basin National Grassland Geography

Set reported epicentres against 2,215.65 km² of upland grassland and steppe

Search earthquake geography around Thunder Basin National Grassland

Review source-linked earthquake observations around Thunder Basin National Grassland, a 2,215.65 km² terrestrial upland protected landscape of grassland and steppe; compare reported dates, magnitudes, depths, localities and boundary distances. Proximity does not establish occurrence within the grassland, environmental effects, current risk, seismic cause or future events.

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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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Explore more parks after Thunder Basin National Grassland

After the Thunder Basin National Grassland earthquake section, explore an independently curated set of protected areas. Thunder Basin's 2,215.65 km² terrestrial upland record includes grassland, steppe, and shrubland context, but the next destinations are not classified as geological, ecological, geographic, or seismic analogues and should not be compared as equivalent risk cases.

Watercolor painting of a wide, rolling grassy plain leading to distant low hills or badlands against a pale sky.

Protected landscapeNebraska

62 km away#1 closest

Southeast

Oglala National Grassland: Geological Terrain and Protected Landscape Map in Nebraska

Regional geography of prairie rangelands and eroded badlands

Situated in the northwest corner of Nebraska, Oglala National Grassland covers nearly 95,000 acres of shortgrass prairie and badlands. This protected landscape is defined by the unique exposure of Pierre Shale, creating a terrain characterized by deep gullies, banded sedimentary rock, and hoodoo formations that provide essential habitat and a deep record of natural history.

Area: 382.5 km²
Relief: Upland
Climate: Arid
Access: Easy access

Oglala National Grassland Map and Geography

National parkCuster County

66 km away#2 closest

East

Wind Cave National Park: A National Park with Distinct Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity

Explore the mapped terrain and regional context of this US protected area.

Wind Cave National Park represents a key protected area within Custer County, offering users a deep dive into its unique geography and landscape characteristics. As a designated national park in the United States, its mapped boundaries provide crucial context for understanding its ecological and geological significance. This MoriAtlas entry facilitates detailed exploration, focusing on the protected land's identity and its role within the wider regional geography and natural landscape.

Area: 136.97 km²
Established: 1903
IUCN: II
Visitors: 489.4K annual

Wind Cave National Park Geography

National parkSouth Dakota

116 km away#3 closest

East

Badlands National Park: South Dakota's Premier National Park for Atlas Exploration

Explore mapped terrain and protected landscape boundaries.

Badlands National Park stands as a key protected area within the geography of South Dakota, offering a distinct natural landscape for detailed atlas exploration. This National Park's unique terrain and mapped boundaries provide crucial context for understanding regional geography and conservation landscapes. Engage with structured information that highlights the park's geographic identity, making it an essential destination for those seeking to map and comprehend protected natural areas.

Area: 982.4 km²
Established: 1939
IUCN: II
Visitors: 1M annual

Badlands National Park Atlas

A pale, minimalist watercolor illustration of a wide, open grassy landscape with soft rolling hills in the background and light green vegetation in the foreground.

Protected landscapeSouth Dakota

About 119 km away#4 closest

East

Buffalo Gap National Grassland: Regional Geography and Protected Prairie Boundaries

Mapping the vast grasslands of southwestern South Dakota

Spanning across four counties in southwestern South Dakota, Buffalo Gap National Grassland serves as a premier example of a working Great Plains landscape. The region is defined by its immense scale, where undulating mixed-grass prairie transitions into striking, chalky badlands. This area is recognized for its vital conservation role, including successful species recovery programs, and stands as a foundational feature of the regional geological and ecological map.

Area: 2,410.77 km²
Established: 1960
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

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A watercolor painting showing a rolling landscape with green hills, patches of coniferous forest, and a soft, hazy sky.

Protected landscapeNebraska

About 148 km away#5 closest

Southeast

Nebraska National Forest: Geographic Context and Protected Landscape Boundaries

Mapped terrain across Sandhills and Pine Ridge districts.

This protected landscape is defined by its unusual dual-district structure, encompassing both the historic tree-planting experiments in the central Sandhills and the rugged, native pine-covered canyons of the Pine Ridge. Discover how these distinct environmental zones create a unique ecological footprint within the broader Nebraska geography through detailed map-based insights.

Area: 574.1 km²
Established: 1908
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

Nebraska National Forest Protected Landscape

Protected landscapeNorth Dakota

190 km away#6 closest

North

Little Missouri National Grassland: Geography and Protected Landscape Context

Exploring North Dakota's expansive badlands and prairie terrain

Spanning over a million acres, Little Missouri National Grassland stands as a massive protected landscape in western North Dakota. This area showcases the complex transition where open mixed-grass prairie meets the eroded, rugged badlands of the Little Missouri River corridor. Home to White Butte, the state's highest point, the grassland offers a unique topographic profile of buttes, canyons, and canyons that defines the region's broader geographic and conservation character.

Area: 4,163.34 km²
Established: 1960
Relief: Upland
Climate: Temperate

Little Missouri National Grassland Map and Geography

Protected landscapeMontana

210 km away#7 closest

Northwest

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

Protected landscapeSouth Dakota

216 km away#8 closest

Northeast

Grand River National Grassland: Protected Landscape and Regional Geography in South Dakota

Mapped prairie, riparian corridors, and badland terrain.

Grand River National Grassland represents a complex protected landscape in South Dakota. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, this area features diverse landforms including sand dunes, claypan playas, and green ash draws. This record provides a structured geographic overview of the grassland mosaic, spanning Perkins, Corson, and Ziebach counties with significant cultural ties to local tribal lands.

Area: 626.38 km²
Established: 1960
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Temperate

Grand River National Grassland Geography

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