2012 Map of Rockhouse Basin

About this map

S Fork Kern River defines the central axis of this Tulare County landscape, carving through the high-elevation terrain of the Rockhouse Basin. This 2012 survey reveals a remote wilderness characterized by a network of drainage systems and isolated clearings. Notable meadows such as Lunch Meadow and Smith Meadow are situated in the northern reaches, while Rockhouse Meadow lies further south near the river's path. The hydrology is marked by several significant tributaries, including Tibbets Cr, Fish Cr, and Trout Cr, which feed the main river channel. These features suggest a landscape primarily utilized for seasonal grazing or backcountry navigation within the southern Sierra Nevada range. The map provides a precise record of these named landmarks and watercourses before contemporary changes in forest management or climate shifted the local environment.