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2012 Map of Mount Adelaide

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Mount Adelaide
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Kern River carves through the northern reaches of this Kern County landscape, anchoring a network of high-elevation flats and seasonal drainages. Ranching history is central to this area, marked by established sites such as Dougherty Ranch, Allen Ranch, and Castro Ranch. These operations are linked by mountain thoroughfares including Democrat Rd and Breckenridge Rd, which navigate the terrain between notable summits like Mount Adelaide.

Water sources are vital landmarks in this arid environment, evidenced by numerous named features such as Sheep Troughs Spring, Coyote Spring, and Dripping Spring. These springs and their associated creeks, including N Fork Cottonwood Cr and Rattlesnake Cr, define the drainage patterns that have supported local land use for generations. At the river's edge, the Lower Richbar Campground remains a point of access for travelers and local residents.