natural landmark
Earth-formed notable site
A natural landmark is a distinctive geographic feature formed by natural processes rather than human construction—a mountain, waterfall, rock formation, or ancient tree that serves as a recognizable point of reference.
Such features often become tourist destinations or appear on maps to help orient travelers.
Half Dome is one of Yosemite's most famous natural landmarks.
The term distinguishes these formations from human-made landmarks like monuments or buildings.
- volcanoEarth's fiery vent
- cliffVertical rock wall
- mountainTall natural landmass
- mesaFlat-topped steep-sided elevation
- glacierSlow-moving ice mass
sea stack · waterfall · plateau · sea cave · forest · old growth · canyon · butte · fjord · hoodoo · mangrove · dune · geyser · spring · tidal pool · sacred site · sinkhole · vista
- protected areasnature reserve, wildlife sanctuary, protected area, nature preserve, wildlife refuge
natural landmarkmonument
Structure honoring someone remembered
statue · architectural landmark · skyscraper · building · bridge