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1972 Map of Cane Canyon

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Cane Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Scodie Mountains dominate this 1970s landscape, where the high desert terrain of the Sequoia National Forest meets the alluvial plains of Kelso Valley. This area is defined by its water sources and high-elevation landmarks, featuring a network of vital springs such as Mustang Spring, Yellow Jacket Spring, and Frog Spring. The human footprint is marked by ranching and utility infrastructures, including several instances of the label Cem, a remote Landing Strip near the center of the valley, and various wells like Cholla Well and Cane Well.

Strategic passes and peaks provide orientation for those tracking old routes through the Kern County backcountry. Significant elevations like Skinner Peak and Kelso Peak overlook the deep cuts of Cane Canyon and Cholla Canyon. Modern revisions from 1985 highlight woodland coverage and updated fence lines, offering a precise view of land use and property boundaries in this arid region before late-century developments changed the character of the valley floor.