1995 Map of Zigzag Creek

About this map

Tassajara Hot Springs and the surrounding high country of the Santa Lucia Range anchor this mid-1990s survey of the Ventana Wilderness. The map reveals a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and deep drainages, including the Big Sur Wild and Scenic River and its forks. This era shows a well-established network of backcountry access points, with numerous campsites like Deer Pasture, Pelon Campsite, and Lost Valley Campsite linked by a complex trail system. The presence of the Black Cone Trail and Marble Peak Trail illustrates how travelers navigated the steep ridges between Tassajara Creek and Lost Valley Creek. The layout emphasizes the primitive character of the Los Padres National Forest, where geographical landmarks like Black Cone and Strawberry Valley provided essential orientation for those traversing the interior.