Millions of years ago, the Green River carved a path through the Uinta Mountains instead of flowing around the formation. Now ...

The intimidatingly named Gates of Lodore marks the entrance to the 700-metre deep Canyon of Lodore that slices straight through the Uinta Mountains as if the range wasn’t there at all. It was created ...

The Utah Geological Survey (UGS) has completed a project forming new high-resolution maps of active faults throughout central ...

From two laptops on a table in his Española apartment, Kenneth Jones II monitors a tapestry of seismic activity more than a ...

For this installment of "From the Archives," we answer questions about the Balcones Escarpment and the Balcones Fault ...

The western US is a geologists' dream, home to the Rocky Mountains, the Grand Canyon, active volcanoes and striking sandstone arches. But one landform ...

The magnetic north pole has been wandering through the Arctic for decades, but lately, its changing path has grabbed the ...

As Lake Powell and Lake Mead near critical elevations, federal planners face narrowing operational options that could reshape ...

Discover the most dog-friendly national parks in the U.S., plus tips on hiking, rules for leashed pets, and how to explore ...

Plan unforgettable day trips in Arizona with scenic drives, unique attractions, and must-see destinations for every traveler.

Three of the great tectonic plates that make up the Earth’s crust meet at the Mendocino Triple Junction, off the Humboldt ...

Officials say targeted outages could affect areas in Larimer and Weld counties. Residents can stay updated through Xcel’s outage map and alerts.