2012 Map of Poleta Canyon

About this map

The Owens River meanders through this valley landscape, defining the hydrological and agricultural character of the region east of the Inyo Mountains. The settlement of Poleta sits at the foot of Poleta Canyon, adjacent to the essential Bishop Creek Canal. This network of water management is further evidenced by the Rawson Canal, Collins Canal, and Geiger Canal, which divert water to sustain the arid terrain. Near the northern boundary, the Bishop Airport and the East Line Cem serve as prominent community landmarks, while the Poleta Picnic Area marks the transition into the higher elevations of Redding Canyon. The southern reach of the map features Saunders Lake and Warm Springs, illustrating a desert floor punctuated by localized water sources and seasonal drainages like Freeman Cr.