2015 Map of Santa Barbara Island

About this map

Santa Barbara Island sits isolated within the Pacific Ocean, its steep-sided profile and sharp canyons meticulously charted in this topographic study. As part of Channel Islands National Park, the island's geography is defined by prominent coastal markers like Webster Point and Arch Point, alongside deep incisions such as Cave Canyon and Cat Canyon. The terrain rises to its highest elevation at Signal Peak, overlooking a coastline punctuated by small offshore features like Shag Rock. Marine life habitats are noted through labels like Elephant Seal Cove, while maritime access is centered at Landing Cove. The map provides an essential look at the physical isolation and natural preservation of the southernmost of the Channel Islands, showing the intricate relationship between the island's volcanic geology and the surrounding marine environment.