1995 Map of Old Man Mountain

About this map

Old Man Mountain stands as a prominent geographic anchor within this portion of the Los Padres National Forest during the mid-1990s. The landscape is defined by the sharp divide of the Santa Barbara and Ventura County line, tracing high ridges and deep drainages like Sespe Creek and Abadi Creek. Historical land use is visible in the southeastern corner through the boundaries of the Los Prietos y Najalayegua Grant, reflecting the region's ranching heritage. Long-established routes including the Monte Arido Trail and Potrero Seco Trail connect remote points such as Monte Arido and Hartman Ranch. The map also details the protected Matilija Wilderness, where the North Fork Matilija Creek carves through the Bald Hills, providing a clear record of the watershed and terrain as it existed before the turn of the 21st century.