2022 Map of Mistake Point

About this map

Anderson Cliff dominates the shoreline of this coastal Mendocino County landscape, where the land drops precipitously into the Pacific Ocean. This high-resolution survey from the U.S. Geological Survey captures the intricate drainage patterns of the coastal front, including Anderson Gulch and Northport Gulch. The presence of the Timber Haul Rd and Timber Ridge points to the area's legacy of maritime-adjacent forestry, while the Lost Coast Trl follows the contours of the bluffs. Notable landmarks such as Big White Rock and the sharp peak of Jackass Cone serve as navigational markers for this shoreline. The map illustrates how existing infrastructure like Usal Rd and the Wheeler Trl interact with the steep topography of Mistake Point and Timber Point.