AmericaView
Provides scientist, educators, engineers, and laypersons with the latest satellite and aerial geographical data, and educates user on the different uses of geographical data.
The Center for Integration of Natural Disaster Information
Provides real-time information about various hazards.
Map-it
Plot in the longitude/latitude numbers to generate a Mercator projection map along with land/sea and political boundaries.
Earthquake Hazards Program
Provide and apply relevant earthquake science information and knowledge.
Aerial Photographic Gallery
Find aerial photos and landstat images of places, space, hazardous locations, and weather.
Earthshots
Earthshots is a collection of Landsat images and text, designed to show environmental changes and to introduce remote sensing.
Geologic Images
Contains images of rocks, fossils, sinkholes, landscapes, and maps.
Books & Other Publications
These pages contain listings of online USGS books, reports, and pamphlets.
Geologic Information
Geologic and mineral resource surveys and mapping for the Department of the Interior.
USGS Geology in Parks
Learn geology basics from touring the national parks.
The Western Earth Surface Processes Team
Provide the geologic information required to understand the interactions among humans, plants, animals, air, water, soil, and rock on the Earth's surface region.
Why Geologic Maps are Made and How They are Used
Places where geologic maps are used.
Table-Top Earthquakes
A demonstration of seismology for teachers and students that can be used to expand lessons in earth science, physics, math, social studies, and geography.
Aerial Photographs and Satellite Images
Learn types of aerial and satellite images and how they are created.
Elevations and Distances in the United States
Provides tables of information covering elevations of features and distance between points in the United States.
Scientists in Action
News about careers in the natural sciences -- from mapping the planets to sampling the ocean floor, from protecting wildlife to forecasting volcanic eruption.s
Topographic Map Symbols
Learn to read topographic maps.
Map Scales
Explains map scales and includes a table comparing the scales of various USGS map series.
Historic Mapping
Learn who uses historical maps and where to find them.
Map Accuracy Standards
Describes how the USGS maintains map accuracy.
USGS Information Products About Mapping and Related Subjects
Contains links describing USGS cartographic and geographic products and programs.
Media for Science
Photo collections of maps, natural disasters, and activities at the USGS.
National Mapping Information
Link to maps, aerial photography, satellite photography, reports, USGS products, and education pages.
Digital Backyard -- Mapping Information
Pertains information about various types of maps, including topographic maps, aerial photographs, digital raster graphics, and digital orthophoto quadrangles.
Digital Raster Graphics Downloads
Obtain free digital raster graphics for your state.
USGS Topographic Maps
Contains background information on topographic maps and teaches map reading.
Earth Science Photographs
Search for rocks, minerals, national parks, monuments, and other geologic images from the photo archive of the USGS.
National Geological Map Database
We can help you find information about maps and related data for: geology, hazards, earth resources, geophysics, geochemistry, geochronology, paleontology, and marine geology.
Eruptions of Mount St. Helens: Past, Present, & Future
Highlights the eruptive history of this Mount St. Helens.
Maps on Demand
Find maps of U.S. maps and how to order them.
Rocky Mountain Mapping Center: Education and Outreach
Contains lesson plans, classroom activities, and educational resources
USGS by State
Find geological, biologcial, mineral, and water information; also maps and streamflow of each State of U.S.
A Tapestry of Time and Terrain
View earth surfaces through digital collage of geology and topography maps.
TerraWeb
View image and information generated using remote sensing in various Earth environments.
TerraWeb for Kids
Satellite and sonar images, remote-sensing education, and activities for kids!
USGS Volcano Hazards Program
A comprehensive overview of the U.S. Geological
Cascades Volcano Observatory
Focuses on hazards, activity, history, and monitoring of volcanoes, with emphasis on volcanoes of the Western United States.
VolcanoCams Around the World
"Live" views of volcanoes from around the world, including Europe and Japan.
Ask-a-Geologist
Get your geological questions answered by geologists
Water Quality Glossary
Water quality glossary
Hazards Fact Sheets
Documentations and reports of natural disasters.
USGS Teacher's Guide to the San Francisco Bay Area Map
Teaching guide to describe the gravity and magnetic fields of the Bay area; discusses how earth scientists use gravity and magnetism to "see" beneath surface of the Earth.
National Atlas
Search for maps designed to stimulate children and adults to visualize and understand complex relationships between environments, places, and people.
Digital Orthophoto Quadrangle (DOQ) -- Mapping Information
Find out what is a DOQ and see examples.
Making a World of Difference
Records recent USGS contributions to the Nation.
GeoMedia
An earth-science educational tool for students between the ages of 10 and 14.
Maps of the United States
Descriptions and illustrations of some USGS maps of the United States with examples of possible uses.
Maps of the World
Descriptions and illustrations of some USGS maps of the world with examples of possible uses.
Understanding Color-Infrared Photographs and False-Color Composites
See how satellite images and aerial photography offer engineers and scientists a valuable tool in studying such subjects as land forms, land use, shallow seas, environmental pollution, and vegetation health patterns.
Earthquakes and Other Natural Hazards
Learn about earthquakes and other hazards and find out how to prepare for these hazards.
Picturing Science
A collection of photographs that creates six tours that focus on different aspects of science and include: Magnificent Waterways, Phenomenal Landscapes, Wonderful Wildlife, Changing Worlds, Earth Scientists, and Popular Products.
Science Challenge Questions and Answers
A collection of 196 questions and answers addressing earth and planetary science topics.
Animated Map
This map shows the combined effect of all six hazards--earthquake, volcanic, landslides, flooding, hurricane, and tornado. Watch as the distribution of each is added to the previous hazards.
Geographic Distribution of Major Hazards in the US
Six theme maps showing high risk or relatively frequent actual occurrences of hazards (floods, earthquakes, landslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, and volcanic eruptions.)
Student Employment Web Site
Information about the USGS and its programs, student employment options, major occupations and their qualifications, salaries, benefits, career fair tips and interviewing techniques are located on the USGS Student Employment Web Site.
Park Geology Tour of National Parks
Learn geology through online tour of national parks.
Geologic Photo Search
Search photos of national parks.
NOAA Photo Library
Contains a vast variety of pictures from animals to landscape, the Arctic to China, space to ocean, historical art to satellite images and more.
Photo Library of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Find photos and images of wildlife, environment, fishery, landscape, ships, space, weather, and much more!
Science NetLinks
Connects to a library of online lessons.
Glacier National Park
Take an electronic field trip to the crown jewel of the Rockies.
NASA's Observatorium Fun & Games
Come play games on space, geography, and science.
Geostationary Satellite Server
NOAA's real-time satellite weather images.
E-cards of Natural Disasters
Send e-cards on images of volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, and landslides.
Post Card Tours of National Parks
View national parks from post card images.
Topographic Map Symbols
Links to topographic map examples which illustrate symbols commonly used on maps for cultural and natural features.
Photo Library Resources
Link to various image galleries from the Department of Interior.
Helping Your Child Learn Geography
Booklet designed to help parents stir children's curiosity about geography. The activities, which can be used in classrooms, are designed for children 5-10 years of age.
Athena, Earth and Space Science
K-12 education page for teachers and students.
Microsoft TerraServer
TerraServer provides free online access to USGS digital aerial photographs and to digital topographic maps.
Image Gallery from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Find images of fishes, wildlife, duck stamps, landscapes, and more.
National Atlas
Search for maps designed to stimulate children and adults to visualize and understand complex relationships between environments, places, and people.
