2012 Map of Elkhorn Hills

About this map

Cochora Ranch and several other family-named outposts dot this arid stretch of the California interior, reflecting a landscape defined by ranching and geological movement. The geography is dominated by the Elkhorn Scarp, a sharp tectonic feature that separates the Elkhorn Plain from the rolling Elkhorn Hills. This area is sparsely populated, with life centered around reliable water sources like Lawson Spring and Padrones Spring. Transportation through this corner of Kern County is facilitated by the intersection of Simmler Soda Lake Rd and Soda Lake Rd, which connect the remote A F Traver Ranch and Hanline Ranch to the wider region. The map reveals a high-desert environment where human presence is sparse and tied directly to the terrain and its scarce water resources.