2015 Map of California Valley

About this map

The California Valley and the expansive Carrizo Plain define this landscape in eastern San Luis Obispo County. This high-altitude basin is characterized by a grid of residential roads—including Soda Lake Rd and Garnet Rd—that contrast with the complex topography to the west. The rugged terrain transitions into a series of notable peaks and drainages, including Freeborn Mtn, Hubbard Hill, and the unique geological formation of Syncline Hill. Seasonal watercourses like San Juan Cr and Rogers Cr carve through numerous named canyons such as Buckhorn Canyon and Old Canyon. The settlement pattern in the valley shows a planned community layout adjacent to the vast open spaces of the Temblor Range foothills, offering a detailed record of land use and geography in this distinct semi-arid environment.