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2021 Map of Crescent City OE W

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Crescent City OE W
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Saint George Reef dominates this maritime expanse off the coast of Del Norte County, where a dangerous collection of offshore hazards dictates the navigation of the Pacific Ocean. This survey reveals the complex seafloor topography and named hazards that define the approach to the northern California coast. Mariners navigating the waters near Point Saint George must account for the deep Dragon Channel and the Saint George Channel, which separate the mainland from isolated seafloor features like South West Seal Rock and Whale Rock.

The coastal margin in the east includes a portion of Pelican Bay and various prominent outcroppings such as White Rock. The density of named rocks, including Mussel Rock, Flat Rock, and Long Rock, illustrates the treacherous nature of this shoreline before the deep water begins. This map is an essential reference for understanding the named maritime landmarks and navigational hazards of this specific stretch of the Pacific.