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2015 Map of Mount Laguna

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Mount Laguna
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Mount Laguna and the surrounding high country of the Cleveland National Forest define this landscape, where the Laguna Mountains break into a complex system of ravines and canyons. The geography is marked by high-altitude features like Stephenson Peak and Wooded Hill, while the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the eastern ridges overlooking Thunder Valley. This map illustrates the vital role of water in this arid upland environment, recording named sources such as Yellow Rose Spring and Aqua Dulce Cr.

Settlement patterns are concentrated around recreational and forest service hubs, including the community of Mount Laguna and the campsite at Cibbetts Flat. Historical land use is visible through the network of named canyons like Noble Canyon and Scove Canyon, alongside wide-open flats such as Un Gallo Flat and Troy Flat. These features, joined by the high-elevation Sunrise Hwy, provide a record of how this portion of San Diego County's back country has been managed for conservation and public access.