1958 Map of Black Mtn

About this map

Pyramid Lake and its prominent Spillway dominate the southeastern corner of this landscape, where the California Aqueduct snakes through the canyon alongside Interstate 5. The map documents a rugged transition between the Angeles National Forest and Los Padres National Forest, characterized by deep drainages like Piru Creek and the long expanse of Cañada de Los Alamos. Historic land use is evident in the scattered rural holdings such as Lane Ranch, Kinsey Ranch, and the Bailey Homestead, which sit amidst the mountainous terrain of the Hungry Valley. The area’s recreational and administrative history is noted through features like the Buck Cr Guard Sta, Hardluck Campground, and the Buck Creek Campground. Significant natural landmarks, including Beartrap Rock, Pyramid Rock, and the high peak of White Mountain, define the topography of this Ventura and Los Angeles County border region.