Near Groveland in Tuolumne County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Second Garrote
— Mark Twain Bret Harte Trail —
Erected 1950 by Tablet Placed By California Centennials Commission. Base Provided By Charles G. Hall Post No. 3668 V.F.W. Dedicated September 15, 1950. (Marker Number 460.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Landmarks • Notable Places • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Mark Twain Bret Harte Trail series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1849.
Location. 37° 49.492′ N, 120° 11.748′ W. Marker is near Groveland, California, in Tuolumne County. Marker is on Old California Highway 120 (Highway 120), on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Groveland CA 95321, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Arrastra (approx. 2 miles away); Groveland Hotel (approx. 2.1 miles away); Iron Door Saloon (approx. 2.1 miles away); Groveland (approx. 2.1 miles away); Joseph E. Lemos (approx. 3.4 miles away); Big Oak Flat (approx. 3˝ miles away); Haigh Ranch (approx. 6.4 miles away); Ferretti Shrine (approx. 6.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Groveland.
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