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1958 Map of Cobblestone Mtn

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Cobblestone Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Piru Creek carves a deep path through the eastern mountains of the Los Padres National Forest, marking a landscape defined by significant drainage systems and high-elevation peaks. The area is characterized by its network of remote outposts and campsites, including Hollister Campground, Cove Campground, and the uniquely named Tin Can Cabin Campground. The 1958 revision shows a region primarily managed for conservation and wildlife protection, notably within the Sespe Wildlife Area.

Physical landmarks such as the sheer Big Narrows and Devils Gateway emphasize the dramatic geological formations along Agua Blanca Creek. Local history is preserved through family-named sites like Whitaker Ranch and Kesters Camp near the Ventura and Los Angeles county line. Further south, the map details the northern reaches of Lake Piru and geological curiosities like The Pothole and Hole-in-the-Wall.