Specific geographical features include:
Location: 34°35′36″N 120°06′53″W
Elevation: approximately 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level
Nearby water bodies: Mission Creek flows near the mission and eventually joins the Santa Ynez River. Lake Cachuma, a significant reservoir in the region, is located several miles northeast of the mission.
Mountains: Mission Santa Inés lies at the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, a coastal mountain range that runs east-west through Santa Barbara County.
Vegetation: The mission area features a Mediterranean climate with seasonal variations in rainfall. Natural vegetation typically includes coastal sage scrub, oak woodlands, and grasslands.
Land Use: Currently, the mission sits near agricultural fields and orchards within the scenic Santa Ynez Valley, known for its wine cultivation and agriculture.