Harpster in Idaho County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
Elk City Wagon Road
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, May 5, 2018
1. Elk City Wagon Road Marker
Sections of the steep, narrow road run close to a much older Nez Perce trail that led to Montana's buffalo country and the Snake River Plain. Nez Perce travelers have utilized the route since obtaining horses, which made long distance hunting and other excursions possible. Missionary Samuel Parker was guided over portions of the route in 1835 by the Nez Perce.
Erected by Idaho Department of Transportation. (Marker Number 485.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Idaho State Historical Society series list.
Location. 45° 59.19′ N, 115° 57.828′ W. Marker is in Harpster, Idaho, in Idaho County. Marker is on State Highway 13 near Bridge Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2960 Idaho Highway 13, Stites ID 83552, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Harpster (within shouting distance of this marker); Nimiipuu Cycle of Life
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Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, May 5, 2018
2. Elk City Wagon Road Marker
The marker is on the right.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 19, 2018. It was originally submitted on September 19, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 249 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 19, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
