2012 Map of Pyramid Hills

About this map

The Pyramid Hills define this arid landscape in Kern County, creating a series of natural passes and canyons including Deadman Gap and Dagany Gap. The terrain is marked by seasonal drainage patterns, with Avenal Cr and Cottonwood Cr threading through the elevations. This 2012 survey illustrates the intersection of agricultural and industrial land use in the Central Valley region, evidenced by the Orchard Ranch and the extensive Devils Den Oil Field near the southern boundary. These developments are concentrated along local arteries such as Devils Den Rd and Big Tar Canyon Rd. Geological features like Indian Rocks and Devil Den highlight the remote character of the area, while the wide expanse of Sunflower Valley provides a stark contrast to the surrounding ridges and the deep cut of Sulphur Spring Canyon.