Westbound California 178 enters the small unincorporated community of Onyx (population 476 people, elevation 2795 feet above sea level). A general store that had been in operation since 1851 was closed by the time we drove past. Photo taken 10/08/06.
A California 178 west reassurance shield is posted near Kelso Creek Road intersection west of Onyx. Photo taken 10/08/06.
Westbound California 178 approaches Sierra Way west to Kernville. Sierra Way follows the north shore of Lake Isabella, while California 178 continues along the south shore of the lake toward the community of Lake Isabella. Photo taken 10/08/06.
