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1991 Map of Sawmill Mountain

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Sawmill Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The San Andreas Rift Zone creates a striking geological corridor across this landscape, where high-altitude mountain terrain meets the developed resort community of Pine Mountain Club. Located within the Los Padres National Forest, the map captures the region at a time when recreational development and natural preservation intersected. Local landmarks like the Apache Saddle Fire Station and the Radio Tower on Mount Pinos highlight the area's importance for both regional safety and telecommunications.

Deep canyons such as Quatal Canyon and Apache Canyon dominate the western portion of the sheet, while the southeastern corner descends toward the Lockwood Valley. The survey records numerous specialized sites, including Camp Condor and high-country refuges like Sheep Camp and Lilly Meadows, illustrating the area's long-standing role as a mountain retreat for those navigating the rugged boundary between Kern and Ventura counties.