2018 Map of Lopez Point

About this map

Lucia sits along the steep California coast, serving as a primary point of human settlement where the mountains meet the sea. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape largely shaped by the dramatic elevations of the Santa Lucia Range, much of which is protected within the Los Padres National Forest. The map details the complex drainage systems that carve the terrain, including Limekiln Canyon and Devils Canyon, which separate prominent heights like Mining Ridge and Round Tree Hill. Coastal landmarks such as Lopez Point, Gamboa Point, and the off-shore Dolan Rock define the jagged interface with the Pacific Ocean. Backcountry access is illustrated through established routes like the Limekiln Trl and Hare Creek Trl, which connect the shoreline to the high interior peaks like Twin Peak. The presence of the Morning Glory Ranch suggests the continued, if sparse, private utilization of this challenging topography.