2022 Map of Cane Canyon

About this map

The Sierra Nevada and Piute Mountains converge in this high-altitude reach of Kern County, where the southern extent of the Sequoia National Forest dominates the northeastern landscape. The terrain is defined by steep ridges and canyons, most notably Cane Canyon and Cortez Canyon, which drain into the valley below. A network of primitive roads and residential streets, such as S Kelso Valley Rd and Janice Ave, provides access to the western flats along Kelso Creek, where small-scale settlement persists. The high ground is traversed by the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl, which winds past prominent summits like Skinner Peak and Wyleys Knob. This area serves as a critical water source for the arid environment, evidenced by scattered water points including Cochran Spring, Frog Spring, and Shoemaker Spring, which supported the early ranching and transit history of the region.