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2015 Map of Bickmore Canyon

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Bickmore Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Pinnacles National Park occupies the southern reaches of this landscape, where the distinct volcanic spires of the Pinnacles rise above the high desert floor. The area is defined by the massive tectonic forces of the San Andreas Fault, which cuts through the central valley and separates the Gabilan Range from the Diablo Range. This geological rift dictates the drainage patterns of the San Benito River and its various tributaries, including Willow Creek and North Fork Chalone Creek.

Evidence of early settlement is found along the river valley floor at Bear Valley and the Willow Creek Cemetery, reflecting the ranching history of San Benito County. The map details the transition from the relatively open terrain of Parks Valley to the steep, confined walls of Bickmore Canyon and McCabe Canyon. Remote landmarks such as Pionne Peak and Balconies provide fixed points for understanding the complex topography of this wilderness interface.