2021 Map of Holland Canyon

About this map

The Temblor Range rise along the eastern edge of this landscape, framing a series of intricate canyons and water sources that have long defined travel and life along the Kern and San Luis Obispo county line. Numerous water points, including Hughes Spring, Tunnel Spring, Pear Tree Spring, and Bellcache Spring, indicate the vital role of these sparse water sources in an arid interior environment. The terrain is marked by a network of ranch roads such as Bitterwater Rd and Holland Canyon Rd, which navigate through the Palo Prieto Pass and into the broader San Juan Valley. This 2021 survey illustrates how the drainage patterns of San Juan Cr and Franciscan Cr continue to shape the geography of the Red Hills and Bitterwater Valley, providing a modern view of a region historically defined by cattle ranching and rugged seasonal access.