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2012 Map of Caldwell Mesa

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Caldwell Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Huasna River and the Arroyo Seco dominate the drainage patterns of this Central Coast interior, where the landscape is defined by traditional ranching outposts and family homesteads. The distribution of sites like Venados Ranch, Porter Ranch, and Records Ranch reflects the enduring agricultural heritage of San Luis Obispo County. These larger holdings are punctuated by specifically identified family residences such as Reeves Place, Hathaway Place, and Renshaw Place, providing a precise record of rural occupancy.

Upland features like Caldwell Mesa and Garcia Mountain separate the complex creek systems of Stony Cr and Pine Cr. For the outdoorsman or local historian, the map identifies specific recreational landmarks including Buckeye Camp and the Stony Creek Campground. The northern edge captures a brief segment of the Salinas River, while roads like Huasna Rd and Record Ranch Rd trace the primary transit corridors through the canyon bottoms.