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2012 Map of Hot Springs Mountain

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Hot Springs Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Hot Springs Mountain dominates this northern San Diego County landscape, serving as a focal point for a network of remote settlements and water sources. The area is characterized by several small communities and outpost locations, including San Ysidro, San Ignacio, and the aptly named Eagles Nest. These sites are linked by a rugged road system featuring routes such as Camino San Ignacio and Hot Springs Mountain Rd, which provide access to high-altitude points like the Hot Springs Mountain Lookout.

Water security in this arid environment is evidenced by numerous named springs and water holes, such as Rainbow Spring, Shingle Spring, and the Blackwater Hole along San Ysidro Cr. The presence of the Los Coyotes Reservation Campground and the Spring Combs Camp suggests a landscape utilized for both local residency and seasonal recreation. For researchers, the map provides a clear picture of the modern footprint of these established settlements and ranching sites like Taylor Ranch.