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2012 Map of Laguna Beach

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The San Joaquin Hills dominate the coastal topography above the Pacific Ocean, where the suburban expansion of Newport Coast and the community of Corona del Mar meet the steep canyons of the Orange County shoreline. This 2012 survey illustrates the modern residential development bordering protected corridors like Moro Canyon and Muddy Canyon, which descend toward the sea near Crystal Cove. Further south, the city of Laguna Beach is detailed alongside its intricate network of coastal features, including Emerald Bay and Arch Cove.

The map captures the complex engineering required to settle this steep terrain, from the San Joaquin Reservoir to the winding roads of Canyon Acres and the high-elevation neighborhood of Top of the World. Institutional landmarks such as the Laguna College of Art and Design are noted, while the coastline is marked by distinct geological points like Abalone Point and Goff Island. These features, along with the Pacific View Memorial Park, provide a precise record of the regional landscape and its modern infrastructure.