March 23, 1769 marks the birthday of pioneering stratigrapher William Smith, who is credited creating the first geological map, however like many other great accomplishments also Smith's idea of ...

The new Mars map is one of several recent astro-geologic map revisions, including for two of Jupiter's moons, Ganymede and Io. Full map sheet with explanation.

Some of the most memorable geologic maps I've seen have been of national parks. These maps reflect the landscapes they depict, and the landscapes are usually pretty amazing in the national parks.

A deluge that washed down the Yellow River nearly 4,000 years ago could be linked to the founding of China’s semi-mythical first dynasty.

For centuries, the legend of Atlantis has fascinated historians, explorers, and dreamers alike. While many dismiss it as pure ...

The US Geological Survey has published the first digital map showing the geology of Alaska. It shows the wealth of wealth of minerals and energy resources under the feet of Alaskans.

Use your mouse to move the map. Click the arrow to view the map legend. Use the + and – signs to zoom in and out. Click on the magnifying glass at the bottom to search for a specific address. Click on ...