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1986 Map of Cape Sebastian

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Cape Sebastian
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Pistol River sits near the southern edge of this coastal survey, where the river of the same name meets the Pacific Ocean. This 1980s topography documents the intersection of human infrastructure and protected natural lands, including the sprawling Cape Sebastian State Park and Pistol River State Park. Offshore, the Oregon Islands National Wilderness Refuge encompasses numerous sea stacks and formations such as Hunters Island, Black Rock, and Cave Rock.

The landscape is defined by the steep transition from the coastline to inland ridges, drained by Hunter Creek, Myers Creek, and Crook Creek. Local history and utility are noted through a Cem, the Po at Pistol River, and a Borrow Pit located south of the main settlement. Buena Vista Ocean Wayside marks a significant vantage point along the coastal highway corridor, reflecting the region's importance for public access and conservation.