2012 Map of White Dome

About this map

The S Fork Kern River defines the central drainage of this high-elevation landscape in Kern County, flowing through a region of prominent peaks and alpine valleys. To the northwest, White Dome and Black Mountain overlook a complex network of tributaries including Manter Cr and Taylor Cr. The eastern portion of the area is characterized by the broad stretch of Long Valley, where human transit is marked by isolated corridors like Long Valley Rd and Chimney Basin Rd. This area reflects the remote character of the southern Sierras, dominated by natural drainage patterns such as Palome Cr and Bartolas Cr rather than dense settlement. The presence of Forest Service roads like 25s22 and 25s13 provides a record of land management and access routes used for backcountry navigation and resource oversight.