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2012 Map of Los Machos Hills

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Salinas River headwaters and a network of seasonal creeks define this rugged stretch of San Luis Obispo County. The 2012 landscape is characterized by isolated outposts like Avenales Ranch and Joughin Ranch, connected by primitive routes such as Avenales Ranch Rd and Agua Escondido Rd. The terrain is steeply etched by Aliso Canyon and Wilcox Canyon, leading toward the prominent Los Machos Hills and Logan Ridge.

Public use and resource management are evident through the Avenales Observation and designated recreation spots like Agua Escondido Campground and Paradise Campground. Water sources are critical identifiers for the area, with numerous named springs including Machesna Spring, Garica Potrero Spring, and Cable Corral Spring providing vital landmarks in this arid environment. The map captures the enduring ranching character of the Central Coast interior just before the turn of the decade.