segment of the Coast Ranges (see Pacific mountain system), southwestern California, U.S. The range extends southeastward for about 50 miles (80 km) from the Cuyama River to near the Santa Barbara–Ventura county line. Several peaks exceed 6,000 feet (1,800 metres), including San Rafael Mountain (6,593 feet 【2,010 metres】) and Big Pine Mountain (6,828 feet 【2,081 metres】), the highest point. The range lies within Los Padres National Forest.