Museum: Natural History: Geology Collection

Point Reyes' location on the subduction zone of the Pacific Plate and the fact that it is transected by the San Andreas Fault give the area an interesting geological history. The geology found within the park's boundaries represent different areas of the California coastline. To provide greater access for researchers, the Point Reyes National Seashore Museum's geology collections are housed mainly at off-site non-federal repositories.

All researchers wishing to collect, document collections and conduct other associated collecting activities must possess an approved collecting permit. If you would like to apply for a scientific collecting permit at Point Reyes National Seashore, please visit the Integrated Resources Management Applications (IRMA) Portal website to start the process.

For more information about the museum's geology collections, please email the Museum Curator.

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Last updated: August 24, 2024

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Mailing Address:

1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956

Phone:

415-464-5100
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