1989 Earthquake Epicenter

Aptos, California

In Forest of Nicene Marks State Park, a state historic sign marks the approximate spot for the epicenter to 1989's San Francisco Earthquake, a magnitude 7.1. The site is a quite a distance from the urban Bay area, where the tremors brought down bridges and houses.

Here in the quiet forest, the sign apologizes for the lack of noticeable devastation.

1989 Earthquake Epicenter

Address:: Forest of Nicene Marks State Park, Aptos, CA [Show Map]
Directions:: Forest of Nicene Marks State Park. 4 miles north of Aptos on Aptos Creek Road.
Hours:: Sunrise - Sunset. (Call to verify)
Phone:: 831-763-7062

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