2018 Map of Point Conception

About this map

Point Conception anchors this coastal topography, marking the dramatic bend where the California shoreline turns sharply eastward into Cojo Bay. The landscape is defined by the steep southern slopes of the Santa Ynez Mountains, which are dissected by numerous drainages such as Wood Canyon and Damsite Canyon. Local transit is centered on the winding Cojo Bay Rd and Cojo Rd, which provide access to the small settlement at Concepcion and the rocky promontory at Government Point. Along the coast, distinct landmarks like Indian Head Rock and the deep incision of Barranca Honda illustrate the complex interface between the mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Further inland, the presence of Cañada Del Cementerio suggests early cultural and settlement history tucked within the coastal hills, while water sources like Las Animas Spring hint at the necessities for life in this isolated terrain.