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2015 Map of Seaside

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Seaside
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Seaside and the eastern reaches of Monterey anchor this coastal landscape, where urban development meets the steep drainages of the Santa Lucia foothills. The coastal shelf is defined by Del Monte Beach and the Pacific Ocean, with the residential grids of Del Rey Oaks and Del Monte transitioning quickly into complex terrain. The northern half of the map is notable for its transportation and memorial infrastructure, including the Monterey Regional Airport and the sprawling grounds of Mission Memorial Park.

Deep canyons such as Wildcat Canyon and Canyon Del Rey carve through the ridges, illustrating the topographical challenges of the region. To the south, the Carmel River valley supports different settlement patterns, such as the Carmel Valley Manor and Quail Meadows. Large landholdings like Rancho Tierra Grande and significant landmarks like Snivleys Ridge and Saddle Mtn characterize the interior, providing a detailed record of the peninsula's rural-to-urban transition.