Loma Prieta Earthquake Epicenter

California · POI · part of Nisene Marks

The signed, marked epicenter of the devastating 6.9-magnitude 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, accessible via the Aptos Creek Trail and one of the park's most-visited landmarks.

Typical weather

MonthHighLowRain
Jan56°F45°F5.8 in
Feb57°F45°F5.9 in
Mar58°F47°F4.1 in
Apr60°F48°F1.8 in
May63°F50°F0.9 in
Jun67°F53°F0.2 in
Jul69°F56°F0.0 in
Aug70°F57°F0.0 in
Sep70°F56°F0.1 in
Oct67°F54°F1.2 in
Nov61°F49°F2.7 in
Dec56°F45°F5.4 in

Coordinates: 37.0312, -121.8872.

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