2012 Map of Santa Cruz Island D OE S

About this map

Santa Cruz Island meets the expanse of the Pacific Ocean in this coastal survey along the southern edge of the northern Channel Islands. The map focus is largely maritime, documenting the transition from the rugged shoreline of the island to open water. One of the few land-based landmarks identified is Sandstone Point, a prominent coastal feature on the island's southern fringe. This 2012 survey provides a precise look at the shoreline topography and offshore depth contours at a time when the island was managed for conservation and research. The limited nomenclature reflects the preserved, undeveloped nature of the island landscape, emphasizing its geography rather than human habitation.