2012 Map of Onyx

About this map

The S Fork Kern River defines the central axis of this Kern County landscape, winding through a valley of ranches and small settlements. The community of Onyx serves as a focal point, characterized by its grid of local streets like Easy St and Scodie Ln, while the nearby Onyx Ranch and Indian Cem reflect the deep-rooted habitation of the South Fork Valley. To the northeast, the settlement of Canebrake is situated where Canebrake Cr and Chimney Cr meet the river valley, surrounded by high-desert terrain marked by prominent landmarks such as Pilot Knob and Onyx Peak. The map reveals a transition from the riparian corridor of the river to the steep drainages of Scodie Canyon and Stormy Canyon, illustrating how water sources like Scodie Spring were vital to the development of this region.