HARTMAN MULTIMEDIA
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One of the major drainages of the Santa Ana Mountains,
this canyon supports several plant communities.
Along the canyon floor is a good riparian growth, with sycamore, Platanus
racemosa, big-leaf maple, Acer macrophyllum, which is nearing the southern limit
of its range, and white alder, Alnus rhombifolia.
A number of ferns are present. The canyon slopes, which are relatively gentle in most
sections, are covered with chaparral. In
the higher elevation there is a coniferous forest with Coulter pine, Pinus
coulteri, and big-cone Douglas fir, Pseudotsuga macrocarpa. Animal life is typical of the region. Geologically, the canyon has cut through the sedimentary
rocks of upper Jurassic marine origin. Integrity: There
are several campgrounds and some summer cabins in the area, as well as jeep
trails; however, the majority of the vegetation is generally in good condition. Use: Research,
educational, observational, present. March 1977
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