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2012 Map of Cape San Martin

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Gorda and Plaskett anchor this coastal reach where the high ridges of the Santa Lucia Range meet the Pacific Ocean. The geography is defined by steep drainage systems like Mill Creek and the Negro Fork Nacimiento River, which cut through a landscape of high summits including Chalk Peak and Willow Peak. This 2012 survey illustrates a region dedicated to conservation and recreation, evidenced by an extensive network of sites like the Plaskett Creek Campground and Sand Dollar Beach.

Transport through this vertical terrain relies on historic routes such as the Coast Ridge Trail and South Coast Ridge Road. Along the shoreline, geological landmarks like Plaskett Rock and the protected waters of Jade Cove highlight the intersection of tectonic activity and maritime history. The inland areas remain largely undeveloped, with dispersed sites such as Camp Nacimiento and Sycamore Flat Campground positioned along the mountain creek forks.