Mormon Battalion and the Old Spanish Trail
las vegas, nv
Discription:
A series of 12 plaques and informative signage with descriptions and photographs detailing the history of the Old Spanish Trail, all in a park setting. The trail brought Europeans to and through Nevada and what became Las Vegas in the 1800’s. Aside from signage and a footpath and grassy areas for visitors, the park is kept in a natural state with sand, rocks and weeds similar to as it originally was when the battalion initially came through. The park was established in 2008.
Responcible Organization/Individual:
Clark County
Designed By:
Clark County Commissioners in 2008 and Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Las Vegas Field Office.
Address:
8100 Tara Ave, corner of Cimarron Road, Las Vegas.
GPS Coordinates:
Hours Available
Ceremonies: yes
History:
The Mormon Battalion was a part of the U.S. Army that built roads and outposts along the way from Salt Lake City, Utah, through Nevada to San Diego, California. The trail was established by the Mormon Battalion, and the route was later taken by Capt. John C. Fremont, who explored the West through Utah, California and Nevada. Streets and towns in Nevada and California are named for him.
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