2015 Map of Tar Spring Ridge

About this map

Los Padres National Forest encompasses the northern portion of this landscape, where the Santa Lucia Range meets the upper reaches of the Arroyo Grande Valley. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent ridges and drainages, most notably Tar Spring Ridge and Saucelito Ridge. Central to the geography is Lopez Lake, a reservoir fed by Arroyo Grande Cr and Lopez Canyon. This modern survey illustrates the intricate network of fire roads and trails necessary for forest management, including Hi Mountain Rd and the Cougar Trail. Local history is reflected in the naming of diverse canyons and flats, such as Clapboard Canyon and Washington Flat. The map also captures the transition from public forest lands to the agricultural and ranching areas along Huasna Rd and Santa Manuela Rd in the south.