On July 9, 1958, in the wild, rugged Lituya Bay of Alaska, an immense earthquake unleashed a massive rockslide that stirred an incredible tide.

This megatsunami surged to a staggering 1,720 feet above sea level, stripping trees from the cliffs and etching its mark on the landscape [1][3][5][6].

Truly, this towering, natural spectacle remains unmatched as the biggest wave ever recorded [11][17].

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On July 9, 1958, in the wild, rugged Lituya Bay of Alaska, an immense earthquake unleashed a massive rockslide that stirred an incredible tide. 
This megatsunami surged to a staggering 1,720 feet above sea level, stripping trees from the cliffs and etching its mark on the landscape [1][3][5][6]. 
Truly, this towering, natural spectacle remains unmatched as the biggest wave ever recorded [11][17]. 


What is the biggest wave ever recorded?

The biggest wave ever recorded measured 1,720 feet

What's the tallest wave ever recorded on Earth?

World's Biggest Tsunami | 1720 feet tall - Lituya Bay, Alaska

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The Biggest Wave Ever Recorded

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