2018 Map of Zaca Lake

About this map

Zaca Lake sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape within the Los Padres National Forest. The area is defined by its deep drainage networks and prominent peaks, including Zaca Peak and Lookout Mtn. Water sources are vital features in this arid mountain environment, with Hunter Spring, Tunnel Spring, and Sulphur Spring providing rare relief in the high canyons. The northern reaches are dominated by the Sisquoc River, which carved a significant valley through the Sierra Madre Mountains and San Rafael Mountains. While much of the terrain is wild and inaccessible, local history is embedded in names like Schoolhouse Canyon and Honeymoon Flat, suggesting early human presence and activity. The southern edge of the survey transitions toward the drainage of Alamo Pintado Cr near Birabent Canyon.