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2012 Map of Ventura

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Ventura
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Ventura River corridor serves as the primary artery of development on this map, connecting the coastal city of Ventura to inland canyon communities. Near the coast, the urban landscape is defined by its relationship with the Pacific Ocean, featuring landmarks such as the Ventura Pier and Ventura City Beach. Historical and cultural sites are prominent, including the Father Serra Cross atop La Loma del and the Memorial Cem.

Heading north along the river valley, the geography transitions into a series of named canyons and small settlements like Wadstrom, Ortonville, and Weldons. The influence of the local watershed is evident in the numerous barrancas, such as Sanlon Barranca and Prince Barranca, which cut through the hills. This 2012 survey captures the area as a modern regional center, while retaining the names of canyon lands like Cañada De Las Encinas and Fresno Canyon that harken back to earlier ranching and agricultural eras.