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2012 Map of Margarita Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Santa Margarita Mountains dominate this 2012 survey, revealing the complex drainage systems and high-elevation landmarks of northern San Diego County. The landscape is defined by its water sources, including White Oak Springs, Case Spring, and Case Springs Lake, which serve as vital points in this arid upland terrain. The presence of the Margarita Lookout Tower near Margarita Peak indicates the area's importance for wildfire observation and regional oversight.

Logistics and access are marked by a network of service roads such as the Margarita Truck Trl 8S02, which weave through Cold Spring Canyon and near the settlement at Vallecitos. This map details the deep-cut topography of Devil Canyon and Jardine Canyon, illustrating how the San Onofre Cr and San Mateo Cr systems have carved the land. These features provide a clear picture of the land's character within the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton vicinity during the early 21st century.