Geologic Tour

Two people sit on the edge of a deep canyon with a sweeping view from the rim. — Visitors enjoy the view from Observation Point in Zion National Park, Utah. NPS photo by Christopher Gezon.

Enjoy a Grand Tour of Park Geology

Geologic Resource Themes

Go on a Geologic Adventure

Connect with America's Scenic Byways

America's Scenic Byways offer wonderful opportunities to travel to the parks and see a variety of geologic landforms.
See the Highest, Deepest, and Widest

Explore the superlative geoheritage sites.
Visit America's National Geologic Trail

Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail—see evidence of the largest and most powerful floods that have ever occurred on Earth.

Check out Park Geology In-depth

Park-specific Geology Information
Park Maps
NPS Geodiversity Atlas

Check out the largest collection of NPS geoscience information ever compiled.

family jumping under rock arch — A family celebrates together at the Windows in Arches National Park, Utah.
Share the Experience photo by Beth Loehfelm (subject to copyright).

Get Active for Geology

Exploring geologic sites is a wonderful way to get outdoors and exercise.

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Last updated: January 26, 2024

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