2021 Map of Lompoc Hills

About this map

The Santa Ynez Mountains and the lower Lompoc Hills define this coastal California landscape, where the Santa Ynez River flows toward the sea. The terrain is marked by deep drainage basins and ridges, including the La Tinta Basin and Cherry Ridge. Long-established ranch and access roads such as San Miguelito Rd and Jalama Rd wind through the canyons, connecting the interior heights with the Santa Barbara coast. This modern survey shows the complex network of watercourses that have shaped the region's geography, from Salsipuedes Cr to the smaller Escondido Cr. Notable geological and hydrological features like Sulphur Spring and Big Spring provide insight into the natural water sources critical to this Mediterranean climate. The map also delineates the Santa Rita Hills and White Hills, areas characterized by distinct elevations and seasonal stream activity.