2018 Map of Devils Heart Peak

About this map

Devils Heart Peak and Topatopa Peak dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Los Padres National Forest, where the terrain is defined by steep ridges and isolated flats. This remote portion of Ventura County shows a complex network of seasonal and perennial water sources, including the geothermal activity at Sespe Hot Springs and the drainage systems of Sespe Cr and its various forks. The settlement pattern is limited to named flats like Cottriel Flat, Pigeon Flat, and Squaw Flat, which represent the rare level ground available in this mountain range. Only one primary road, Squaw Flat Rd, penetrates the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, highlighting the area's isolation. Researchers will find numerous named springs, such as Borracho Spring and Bucksnort Spring, which were vital markers for early travelers and land managers in these dry mountains.