Westbound California 178 approaches Kern Canyon Road. The three-lane expressway will revert to two lanes for the journey through the narrowest section of the Kern River Canyon. Photo taken 10/07/06.
Here, the Kern River pools a bit next to the highway as California 178 continues west toward Bakersfield in the Kern River Canyon. The river reflects nearby mountains beautifully. Photos taken 10/07/06.
This view looks west along California 178 at the Southern California Edison Hydroelectric Plant near the Sequoia National Forest western boundary. Photo taken 10/07/06.
California 178 west leaves Sequoia National Forest. A short distance ahead (upon exiting Sequoia National Forest), California 178 will enter the city of Bakersfield. Photo taken 10/07/06.
