2015 Map of Pancho Rico Valley

About this map

Pancho Rico Valley and the southern reaches of the Diablo Range define this landscape in Monterey County. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of canyons and gulches, reflecting a pattern of drainage and land use typical of California's coastal interior. Natural water sources like Behan Spring and Iron Springs appear alongside seasonal waterways such as Pancho Rico Cr and Pine Cr. The presence of many family-named landmarks, including Bryan Canyon, Dutch Henry Canyon, Jim Lawson Gulch, and Antone Canyon, suggests a history of local ranching and land tenure. The primary artery through the area is Pancho Rico Rd, which follows the contours of the valley floor, connecting the scattered canyons and providing access to the more remote heights of Hog Canyon and Lynch Canyon.