Panoche Valley serves as a central landmark in this portion of the Diablo Range, where the small settlement of Llanada sits along Co HWY j1. The landscape is defined by its dramatic relief and numerous named drainages, including Panoche Cr and Pimental Cr. High points such as Walker Peak, Cerro Bonito, and Meyers Peak rise above a series of deeply etched canyons. For those looking into local history, the Cherry Hill Cem is a significant genealogical site located in the northern reaches of the quadrangle. The naming of features like Smoker Canyon, Mine Canyon, and Log Cabin Canyon suggests a history of ranching and exploration. These natural landmarks, combined with isolated water sources like Albañez Spring and Moody Spring, illustrate the traditional water-dependency of this arid region.
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1913 · Panoche
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1915 · Priest Valley
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1919 · San Benito
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1921 · Metz
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1931 · San Benito
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Metz
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · San Benito
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Hernandez Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Hernandez Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Panoche Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500