Near Holbrook in Oneida County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
Twin Springs
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, May 14, 2018
1. Twin Springs Marker
Except in wet seasons, there was no water for 22 miles to the east. Parties often had to travel late into the night across that rough country to reach these two great springs and avoid the hardships of a dry camp. From here they had two more tough ranges to cross before reaching the new perils of the Humboldt and high Sierra. You can still see their trail winding up the hill to the west.
Erected by Idaho Department of Transportation. (Marker Number 282.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the California Trail, and the Idaho State Historical Society series lists.
Location. 42° 15.78′ N, 112° 45.75′ W. Marker has been reported damaged. Marker is near Holbrook, Idaho, in Oneida County. Marker is at the intersection of Rockland Highway and County Road 002, on the right when traveling south on Rockland Highway. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Holbrook ID 83243, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within 15 miles of
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More about this marker. The location of this marker is described as: "On county road six miles south of state highway (37)." -- Idaho Highway Historical Marker Guide.
Also see . . . California National Historic Trail. (Submitted on October 2, 2018, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, May 14, 2018
2. Twin Springs Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 2, 2018. It was originally submitted on October 2, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 450 times since then and 178 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 2, 2018, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
