Geology of the Point Reyes Peninsula, Marin County, California (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the geology that shapes Point Reyes Peninsula and its dramatic coast. This book describes the land west of the San Andreas fault zone and how its rocks and history create the peninsula’s striking landscapes. It blends technical detail with accessible explanation for curious readers.

The study outlines four regional terrains—from the ocean cliffs and Inverness Ridge to the rolling western pastures and Point Reyes itself—and shows how rocks, faults, and ancient seas have built this remarkable area. Rich with maps, diagrams, and fossil lists, the volume connects deep time to present-day scenery and land use.

• How the San Andreas fault zone dominates the area’s structure and topography


• The sequence of rock units from Franciscan rocks through Monterey Shale and Pliocene formations


• Evidence of past climates, sea levels, and fault movement shaping valleys, terraces, and shores


• Fossils, diatoms, and other paleontological data that illuminate the peninsula’s history

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