2018 Map of Sand Canyon

About this map

Sand Canyon marks a significant transitional landscape in Kern County, where the eastern edge of the Central Valley San Joaquin Valley meets the rising elevations of the Sierra Nevada. This topographic study reveals a complex network of seasonal drainages and canyons that define the local geography, including Horse Canyon and the evocatively named Locked Gate Gulch. The transport network is anchored by the Bakersfield-Glennville Rd and Woody Rd, which navigate the undulating terrain to connect disparate points in this ranching and grazing country. Water remains a central theme for the region's history, represented by reliable landmarks like Willow Spring and various ephemeral courses such as Five Dog Cr and Dead Ox Creek. The map provides a clear look at the Public Land Survey System divisions, particularly the intersection of Townships 25 and 26 South.