It is land set aside for restoration as a natural preserve. Go to www.panoramavista.org for much more. The Preserve is in Bakersfield, California and contains some of the most beautiful wooded land on the river, with numerous species of plants and animals. It is woven with established horseback riding, hiking, and bicycling paths. It is, in fact, the largest private property component of the Kern River Parkway: three miles of the Parkway's bike path run through the southern edge of the Preserve. It is open for limited low-impact public use. Many local equestrians, walkers, birdwatchers and bicyclists use it year round. A large parking lot at the western end of the Preserve* is provided for public convenience; only authorized vehicles may drive on the property. [*Off Warren Ave, a.k.a. Roberts Lane Extension, east of Manor Street]
Currently projects are underway to revegetate select portions of the land with native trees and shrubs in order to enhance wildlife habitat as well as provide a more beautiful place for people to ride or walk.
