2012 Map of Morgan Hill

About this map

Morgan Hill serves as the focal point for this Santa Clara County study, which follows the Santa Clara Valley's transition from agricultural roots to modern development. The landscape is defined by the course of Coyote Cr, flowing northwest toward San Jose, and the reservoir systems at Anderson Lake and Chesbro Reservoir. A string of historic settlements along the Monterey Rd corridor, including Coyote, South Coyote, Perry, and Madrone, reflects the area's long-standing role as a transportation artery connecting the south bay to the Central Coast. Local industry and land use are represented by landmarks such as the Emilio Guglielmo Winery and the William F James Boys Ranch. The terrain rises sharply away from the valley floor into the heights of Manzanita Ridge and Henderson Ridge, where several canyons like Metcalfe Canyon and San Bruno Canyon cut through the hills.