Latest Geography Articles
Visual Geography: the Shape of Land Near the Oceans
A visual dictionary of geography words that describe the shapes of land near ocean water.
The Global Evaporation of Lakes
Using satellite imagery and modeling, new research highlights evaporation volume across natural and artificial lakes in more than 1.42 million lakes.
Landsat: Longest Running Earth Imagery Program
With satellites in orbit since 1972, the Landsat program is the longest running Earth observation program.
Geography of Interest
Where to View the Milky Way in the United States
Wilderness areas and national parks, particularly in the western half of the United States, are excellent places to observe the night sky.
Geography of Giant Sequoias
Giant sequoias are one of the longest lived tree species, with the oldest giant sequoia living an estimated 3,400 years.
Geography of U.S. Lakes
Within its borders, the United States is home to a vast wealth of lakes.
Barrier Islands in the United States
Barrier islands are narrow stretches of land that run parallel to coastlines.
Geography of U.S. National Parks
Find out the answers to geography trivia questions and more in this article about the geography of U.S. National Parks.
Geography of Daylight Saving Time
Not all countries observe Daylight Saving Time, which entails moving the clocks forward an hour in the spring and backward an hour in the fall.
Geography Basics
Understanding Direction Based on the Sun
This lesson plan introduces the concept of direction to young children by using the location of the Sun in order to understand where east, west, north, and south are located.
What is Geography?
Geography is the science that studies the Earth and the physical and human influences that shape it.
What to Know About Absolute and Relative Location
Let’s learn about the difference between absolute and relative location.
What are the Branches of Geography?
Geography is divided into two main branches: human geography and physical geography.
Latitude and Longitude
Learn more about lines you see on a map running east-west and north-south called latitude and longitude.
Geography of Time Zones
A time zone is a region of the Earth that uses the same standard time, which is commonly referred to as the local time.
What is the Difference Between a Sea and an Ocean?
A look at the geographic definitions of oceans and seas.
What are the Earth System’s Four Spheres?
The systems of the earth can be divided into two main areas: geosphere and biosphere.
How Many Countries Are There?
The answer to the question of how many countries there are in the world remains a question with many different possible answers.
United States Geography
Waterfalls That Flow Into the Open Ocean
Waterfalls that flow directly into an ocean are known as tidefalls.
Where are Wild Turkeys in California From?
The wild turkeys that roam California were originally introduced from Texas.
Synanthropes at a Horse Stable
Synanthropes are wild animals that benefits from living near humans.
What is the Difference Between the Continental and Contiguous United States?
Continental and contiguous are two geographical words used to describe parts of the United States.
Geography of Wild Horses in the United States
Wild horses continue to roam the Western United States as well as parts of the East Coast.
Geography Facts: Rhode Island
Learn geography trivia about the smallest state in the United States.
Early Wildfires in New Mexico
Wildfires in New Mexico are are starting earlier each year due to warmer and drier conditions.
Springtime Birds at a Horse Stable in Northern California
Spring has sprung! A horse stable in Northern California is active with barn swallows, Acorn woodpeckers, and Brewer’s blackbirds.
Bewick’s Wren
The Bewick’s Wren (Thryomanes bewickii) is a small songbird native to North America.
Geography of Extremes
Highest Point in Every U.S. State
Discover the highest point in each U.S. state.
The Lowest Point in Every U.S. State
This article takes a look at the lowest elevation point in every state in the U.S.
The Highest 11 Mountains in the United States
Learn about the highest 11 mountains in the United States.
The World’s Highest-Dwelling Mammal Found Atop of the World’s Second-Largest Active Volcano
Scientists were able to document that the yellow-rumped leaf-eared mouse (Phyllotis xanthopygus rupestris) is the world’s highest-dwelling mammal.
What is the Largest Island in the Pacific Ocean?
New Guinea is the largest island in the Pacific Ocean.
The World’s Highest Concentration of Hoodoos
Hoodoos are tall, thin rock spires that occur all around the world.
Physical Geography
Waterfalls that flow directly into an ocean are known as tidefalls. Current predictions have given La Niña a strong probability of persisting into 2023, making it a triple dip event. The wild turkeys that roam California were originally introduced from Texas.
Waterfalls That Flow Into the Open Ocean
Triple Dip La Niña Event
Where are Wild Turkeys in California From?
Human Geography
Learn geography trivia about the smallest state in the United States. It’s likely that if you routinely send mail to a location within the United States, you know how critical it is to get the ZIP code right in order for your mail to arrive at its intended destination. What Does ZIP Code Stand For? The ZIP stands for “Zone Improvement Plan.” The Census Bureau defines… Iowa is a state with many distinct geographies. 
Geography Facts: Rhode Island
ZIP Codes in the United States
Geography of Iowa
Maps and GIS
The United States represents a vast area of land with 3.79 million square miles (9.83 million square kilometers) in size. A recent release of population figures by the U.S. Census Bureau… Well into the 17th and 18th centuries, cartographers created maps of the region showing California separated from the mainland by a strait. Benchmarks are a type of survey markers whose elevations have been surveyed as accurately as possible based on the technology at the time. 
Population Geography of the United States
California as an Island
Survey Markers and Benchmarks
Geography Books
Talking at the Gates by James Campbell is a biography of James Baldwin, one of the most influential American writers of the twentieth century. Set in Hawaii and with a champion surfer as its central character, “Under the Wave at Waimea” introduces us to the global geography of surfing. Robert C. Ritchie guides readers through a comprehensive history of mankind’s love affair with the beach.
Review | Talking at the Gates: A Life of James Baldwin
Review | Under the Wave at Waimea
Review | Lure of the Beach: A Global History