1964 Map of Bates Canyon

About this map

The Sierra Madre Mountains form a dramatic backdrop for this mid-century survey of the northern Los Padres National Forest. The map documents the intricate network of canyons and springs that define the local geography, including Mustang Canyon and Cottonwood Canyon. A complex system of land tenure is evident in the northern sections, where the boundaries of the Cuyama grants are clearly delineated, reflecting the region's heritage of Spanish and Mexican land claims.