1964 Map of Hurricane Deck

About this map

Hurricane Deck stands as a prominent formation between two major river systems in the high back-country of the Los Padres National Forest. This mid-century survey reveals a landscape of limited access, dominated by the Sisquoc River to the north and the Manzana River to the south. Human presence is largely confined to a network of trails and remote outposts, including the South Fork Guard Station and several dispersed camps like the Happy Hunting Ground Campground and Lonnie Davis Campground. The map traces a topography defined by steep canyons and seasonal springs, such as Ernest Blanco Spring and Montgomery Spring. High-altitude meadows like the Montgomery Potrero provide contrast to the complex drainage patterns of Sweetwater Canyon and Abel Canyon. This document preserves the trail alignments and remote landmarks, including the petroglyph site at Painted Rock, as they existed before modern recreational developments changed the character of these protected lands.