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1964 Map of Hildreth Peak

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Hildreth Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Hildreth Peak rises as the central topographical landmark within the northern reaches of the Los Padres National Forest, overlooking a complex network of canyons and drainage systems. This mid-century survey documents a landscape defined by its thermal features and seasonal waterways, most notably Agua Caliente Spring and Little Caliente Spring. These natural springs, situated near the confluence of Agua Caliente Canyon and the Santa Ynez River, suggest the area's importance as a remote recreation and resource point.

Settlement is sparse and centered on forest management and livestock, evidenced by the Ogilvy Ranch and the Pendola Guard Station. The southern corridor along the river is the primary hub of activity, where the Camuesa Road provides access to several riverside sites including P-Bar Flats and Middle Santa Ynez Campground. The northern portion of the map is dominated by the steep terrain of The Narrows and the Mono Creek drainage, accessible only by a primitive network of trails such as the Alamar Trail and Mono Trail.