1995 Map of Big Pine Mountain

About this map

The San Rafael Mountains dominate this high-elevation region of the Los Padres National Forest, where conservation and wilderness management define the land use in the mid-1990s. This survey highlights the Sisquoc Condor Sanctuary and the protected corridor of the Sisquoc Wild and Scenic River, reflecting a period focused on preserving critical habitat for the California Condor. The landscape is a network of remote campsites and footpaths, including the Mission Pine Trail and Grapevine Trail, which connect isolated spots like Jackrabbit Flat and Mansfield Campsite. A system of fire roads and ridge-line routes, such as Santa Lucia Road and Big Pine Road, provide the only vehicular access through the San Rafael Wilderness and Dick Smith Wilderness to landmarks like the Big Pine Mountain lookout and a solitary Guard Station.