2018 Map of Santa Rosa Island South

About this map

Channel Islands National Park encompasses the entire terrestrial area of this southern island survey, where a complex network of steep drainages defines the rugged landscape. The interior is marked by significant features such as the Sierra Pablo peak and deep incisions like Wreck Canyon and San Augustin Canyon, which channel toward the south coast. The geography reflects the isolation of the island, with only the natural terrain and the vast Pacific Ocean to orient the viewer. Smaller topographical features like Cañada Verde, Cow Canyon, and Jolla Vieja Canyon illustrate the intricate erosion patterns typical of this maritime environment. This map serves as a primary record of the island's physical state in the early 21st century, showing the intersection of managed parkland and untouched coastal wilderness.