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1972 Map of Horse Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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The Scodie Mountains dominate this high-desert terrain within the Sequoia National Forest, where water management and wilderness recreation define the landscape. The infrastructure of the Los Angeles Aqueduct and the Second Los Angeles Aqueduct cuts through the eastern portion of the quadrangle, illustrating the massive engineering efforts required to move water across the Kern County desert.

Evidence of human habitation and seasonal use appears at McIvers Cabin and various Ruins, likely connected to local ranching or the nearby Mine and Prospects. For hikers and researchers, the winding path of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is clearly delineated as it traverses the ridges. Numerous named water sources, including Horse Canyon Well, Boulder Spring, and Cow Heaven Spring, provide critical points of reference in this arid environment of canyons and peaks.