1961 Map of The Dark Hole

About this map

Reef Ridge and the Kreyenhagen Hills dominate this high-relief landscape where Fresno, Monterey, and Kings counties converge. The terrain is defined by a network of steep canyons such as Joaquin Canyon and The Dark Hole Canyon, where isolated cabins like Moore Cabin and Carollo Cabin hint at the seasonal habitation and land use of the mid-20th century. The presence of numerous Spring labels and Guzzler installations throughout the hills suggests a focus on wildlife management or livestock watering in this arid environment.