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2021 Map of Santa Catalina North

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Two Harbors serves as the primary settlement on this northern stretch of Santa Catalina Island, marking the narrow isthmus where Isthmus Cove and Catalina Canyon nearly meet. The interior is defined by steep ridges and deep drainages, including Cottonwood Canyon and Big Springs Canyon, reaching elevations at Mt Orizaba and Black Jack Mtn. This modern survey reveals a landscape managed for both utility and conservation, with numerous water sources such as the Buffalo Springs Reservoirs and Summit Reservoir supporting the island's infrastructure.

Transportation across the island's interior is facilitated by rugged routes like Airport Rd and El Rancho Escondido Rd, which provide access to the high-elevation Catalina Airport. Coastal geography is particularly detailed, highlighting small maritime features such as Ship Rock, Blue Cavern Point, and the secluded Pirates Cove. Landmarks like Empire Landing and Whites Lndg represent key points along the northeastern shore facing the San Pedro Channel.