Classic San Andreas Fault field site on Carrizo Plain National Monument: an intermittent creek right-laterally offset ~130 m by repeated earthquakes, with a short BLM self-guided interpretive trail and parking area. One of the clearest on-land illustrations of transform-fault offset in California — a staple of geology field trips.
Field facts
| Region | San Luis Obispo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.2673, -119.8271 |
| Feature | Right-lateral San Andreas offset channel |
| Offset | ~130 m cumulative |
| Trail | BLM self-guided interpretive (~0.75–2 mi options) |
| Monument | Carrizo Plain National Monument |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaWallace Creek0.4 km away
- Point of interestWallace Creek / San Andreas Fault View Point0.4 km away
- Rec areaSoda Lake Boardwalk7.4 km away
- Point of interestSoda Lake7.5 km away
- ParkingParking7.8 km away
- ViewpointScenic Overlook7.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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