2018 Map of Owens Peak

About this map

Owens Peak and the high ridges of the Scodie Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape where the Sierra Nevada meets the northern Mojave Desert. The map documents a critical infrastructure corridor through the arid terrain, featuring both the original Los Angeles Aqueduct and the Second Los Angeles Aqueduct as they traverse the eastern slopes. Hikers and conservationists will find the exact route of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it winds past Mt Jenkins and Morris Peak, providing a detailed view of the trail's path through this geologically complex region. Local history is anchored at the Mount Owens Cem near Grapevine Canyon, while numerous named drainages like Indian Wells Canyon and Short Canyon indicate the seasonal water systems essential to the area. Isolated water sources such as Coyote Spring and Big Spring are clearly marked, highlighting the precious nature of water in this Kern County wilderness.