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1943 Map of Santa Cruz Island A

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

The western reaches of Santa Cruz Island are defined by a complex network of coastal canyons and steep ridges, mapped here during the early 1940s. The interior landscape is dominated by deep seasonal drainage paths such as Cañada De Los Sauces and Cañada Cervada, which converge toward the rocky shoreline. Christi Ranch serves as a lone human outpost in this coastal wilderness, illustrating the island's history of isolated ranching operations. Along the northern coast, the Santa Barbara Channel meets the shore at notable landmarks like Painted Cave and Profile Point. The presence of the Santa Cruz West Latitude Station near West Point highlights the island's importance for maritime navigation and geodetic surveying. Maritime activity is further evidenced by protected waters at Forney Cove and the Posa Anchorage, providing shelter from the surrounding Pacific Ocean.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1943
Date Published1990
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.04 x 26.94 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain