Welcome to the Los Angeles Geology Page! This site will highlight some of the more unique aspects of the geology around Los Angeles. The Greater Los Angeles area is a very interesting place, geologically. It is an area with deep sedimentary basins, steep mountains, lots of faulting – with plenty of seismic activity to boot!
Major Geologic Features in the Los Angeles Area:
- Faulting and Earthquakes
- Landslides
- Mining and Minerals
- Sedimentary Basins – Future
- Rivers – Future
- Mountain Ranges – Future
- Volcanoes
Special Sections:
- Geological Drives
- San Andreas Fault
- Santa Clarita Valley Geology
- Santa Clara River – Future
- Earthquakes and Movies
- Earthquake Information
- July 4-5, 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake – Part 1
- July 4-5, 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake – Part 2
- Glossary of Geologic Terms Used
- List of Resources Used
Seismic Information:
- Current Earthquake Report from the USGS
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