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1964 Map of Bald Mountain

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Bald Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

San Rafael Mountains topography dominates this mid-century survey of the backcountry within the Los Padres National Forest. The landscape is defined by the drainage systems of the Sisquoc River and Manzana Creek, which carve deep canyons such as Horse Canyon and Wellman Canyon. This area serves as a rugged wilderness corridor, evidenced by the extensive network of primitive routes including the Hurricane Deck Trail and various Jeep Trails that provided access to remote interior sites before more modern infrastructure arrived.

Of particular interest to local historians are the isolated human markers scattered throughout the terrain. The Wellman Grave sits near Wellman Canyon, while several Ruins are noted along the riverbanks, suggesting early settlement or temporary camps in the high country. Resource extraction is hinted at by a lone Mine near the southern boundary, while recreational use is well-established at sites like Nira Campground and Davey Brown Campground.