Dayville in Grant County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)

On the Road of History

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 10, 2020

1. On the Road of History Marker

Inscription. The Cant family's touring car might have traveled this trail route frequently. Before highway improvements were made in the 1930s, the trail on which you are standing is a remnant of the historic fabric that makes up this spot, a clue to the way its use has changed. Over time, this automobile's use has also changed, as it was, adapted for use as a ranch vehicle, or "go-devil."
This trail traverses 1/4 mile of slightly inclined terrain to a view of Sheep Rock and the John Day River. Along the way, you'll have an opportunity to see the James Cant Ranch Historic District.
Help us preserve the historic automobile! Do not climb on it or touch it.

Erected by National Park Service.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles.

Location. 44° 33.294′ N, 119° 38.709′ W. Marker is in Dayville, Oregon, in Grant County. It can be reached from State Highway 19 near U.S. 26, on the left when traveling north. The marker is located on the Cant Ranch property. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 32651 Oregon Highway 19, Dayville

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OR 97825, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Eastern Oregon.

It is also in the American Mountain West

and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Pacific Rim,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: James Cant Ranch Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named James Cant Ranch Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to the John Day River (within shouting distance of this marker); Haystacker (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lifeblood of a Ranch (about 500 feet away); Shearing the Sheep (about 500 feet away); Wool Bag Stand (about 600 feet away); An Oregon Fossil Rush (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dayville.

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 10, 2020

2. On the Road of History Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 25, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 16, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 248 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 16, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.