2012 Map of Little Pine Mountain

About this map

Gibraltar Reservoir and the Santa Ynez River anchor the southern reaches of this landscape, where the water system winds through the steep topography of Santa Barbara County. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, rising toward Little Pine Mountain and Camuesa Peak. Throughout the backcountry, a dense network of forest camps such as Hollow Tree Campground, Buck Campground, and Pegleg Campground provides access to remote drainages including Buckhorn Cr and Indian Cr. The map preserves the names of distinct meadows or grazing areas like Hidden Potrero and Matias Potrero, which reflect the region's ranching and pastoral history. Geological and infrastructural features like the North Portal near Devils Canyon highlight the engineering required to manage water resources in this complex environment.