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2021 Map of Pfeiffer Point

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Pfeiffer Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Santa Lucia Range meets the Pacific Ocean along this coastal stretch of the Los Padres National Forest, where the topography drops sharply from high ridges into the sea. The settlement of Posts serves as a focal point near the Big Sur River, marking a transition between the rugged interior canyons and the shoreline. The landscape is defined by deep drainage systems like Sycamore Canyon and Pfeiffer Gulch, which have dictated the path of local travel routes such as Pias Ranch Rd and the Coast Rd.

Coastal landmarks including Pfeiffer Point and Pfeiffer Rock anchor the shoreline, while recreational and historical paths like the Pine Ridge Trl and Pfeiffer Beach Trl navigate the complex terrain. The map details the intersection of the Big Sur Wild and Scenic River with the coast, providing a clear record of the area’s primitive road network and natural landmarks as they existed in the early 21st century.