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2012 Map of San Marcos Pass

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of San Marcos Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Santa Ynez River carves a central path through this Santa Barbara County landscape, creating a corridor of activity and recreation. Along its banks, a concentration of public sites like Los Prietos Campground, Fremont Campground, and the Los Prietos Boys Camp reflect the area's role as a regional retreat. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, rising from the river valley toward landmarks like Alexander Peak and Old Man Mountain, while San Marcos Pass serves as the primary transit point through the mountains.

Transportation history is visible through named routes like Stagecoach Rd and Gibraltar Rd, which navigate the winding topography. Water sources are critical to the character of this mountain environment, with Cold Spring, Laurel Springs, and Wellhouse Falls noted on the sheet. The map also documents institutional and social landmarks, including the Baptist Campground and the Four-H Camp, illustrating the enduring local value of the canyon lands.