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1959 Map of San Marcos Pass

USGS Topo · Published 1961

About this map

The Santa Ynez River carves through the heart of the Los Padres National Forest in this 1959 survey, providing a vital corridor for travel and recreation north of Santa Barbara. This era of the mountain pass is defined by the development of the Cachuma Recreation Area and several public campgrounds such as Paradise County Park and Fremont Campground. Notable cultural markers include the San Marcos Sch and the Los Prietos Boys Camp, which sit in the shadow of the steep Santa Ynez Mountains. High-altitude routes like West Camino Cielo and East Camino Cielo trace the ridgelines, offering access to landmarks like the Painted Cave and Indian Cave. The landscape is etched with numerous steep drainage systems, including Redrock Canyon and Cold Spring Canyon, flowing toward the central river valley.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1961
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain