2018 Map of Bald Mountain

About this map

The Los Padres National Forest encompasses this wilderness area where the Sierra Madre Mountains and the San Rafael Mountains converge. The drainage system is defined by the Sisquoc River flowing through the northern half and the Manzana Cr cutting through the southern portion, reflecting the complex topography of Santa Barbara County. Notable peaks such as Wheat Peak and Bald Mtn stand above a series of named drainages, including Wellman Canyon and Miller Canyon. While mostly roadless, the southwestern corner is accessible via Sunset Valley Rd and Catway Rd, leading into Sunset Valley. This corridor provides a point of entry into a landscape marked by numerous springs and seasonal watercourses like Davy Brown Cr and Fish Cr, which have long served as vital landmarks in this arid mountain environment.