2012 Map of Ciervo Mountain

About this map

Ciervo Mountain and the surrounding Ciervo Hills define this high-desert landscape in western Fresno County. This 2012 survey illustrates a complex network of seasonal drainages and canyons, most notably the winding course of Cantua Cr and the long expanse of Monocline Ridge. Water is a scarce but vital resource in this arid environment, marked by isolated points such as Ciervo Spring, Borreguero Spring, and Harris Spring. The terrain transitions from the broad Peppergrass Flat to the intricate folds of Cañada Azul and the open San Carlos Bolsa. This map captures a sparsely populated region where the topography—including numerous arroyos like Arroyo Hondo and Arroyo Venado—dictates the movement of any ranching or survey activity in the area.