2021 Map of Cerro Colorado

About this map

Cerro Colorado rises as a prominent landmark in this modern topographic survey of the Diablo Range, where the borders of San Benito, Fresno, and Merced counties converge. The landscape is defined by its deep canyons and expansive basins, notably the Panoche Valley and Little Panoche Valley, which reflect the tectonic and alluvial character of this part of California. A network of ephemeral waterways, including Mercey Cr and Vasquez Cr, drains the high ridges. The presence of Glaucophane Ridge highlights the unique geologic composition of the region, while Las Aguilas Canyon provides a sharp descent toward the southern valley floor. Sparse transit corridors like Panoche Rd and Vasquez Creek Rd follow the natural contours of the land, connecting these remote ranching and watershed areas.