2015 Map of Onyx

About this map

The S Fork Kern River winds through the South Fork Valley, anchoring a landscape where the Sierra Nevada meets the Scodie Mountains. This 2015 survey of Kern County reveals the small settlements of Onyx and Canebrake situated along the valley floor, bordered by the extensive reaches of the Sequoia National Forest. Local history is centered at the Cottage Grove Cem near Onyx, while the surrounding terrain is defined by prominent peaks like Pilot Knob and Onyx Peak. The map illustrates a network of rural roads such as Doyle Ranch Rd and Kelso Creek Rd that provide access to the various canyons, including Stormy Canyon and Short Canyon. The seasonal nature of the high desert environment is evident in features like Scodie Spring and the drainage of Canebrake Cr.