Near Pioneer in Amador County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Ham's Station
Photographed By James King, May 19, 2018
1. Ham's Station Marker
Established as Foster’s Trading Post in 1855, this building was constructed in 1862 when this area was known as Spring Valley. It later became Smith’s Hotel which boasted a “carpeted parlor for the ladies.” The building and the 640-acre homestead was eventually purchased by Alonzo C. Ham, operated by Louis Pasquetti, and was a way station for the Amador / Nevada wagon route, which became old CA-8, and finally State Route 88. Ham’s Station has continuously served emigrants, travelers, and pioneers along this historic trail.Erected 2018 by Native Sons of the Golden West, Erik M. Christesen Grand President & Excelsior Parlor #31. (Marker Number 141-17.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.
Location. 38° 32.67′ N, 120° 22.622′ W. Marker is near Pioneer, California, in Amador County. Marker is on Amador/Nevada Highway (State Highway 88) 0.6 miles Panther Creek
Photographed By James King, May 19, 2018
2. Ham's Station Monument Dedication Team
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Other nearby markers. At least 7 other markers are within 18 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Peddler Hill Overlook (approx. 6.2 miles away); HOSTAGE: A most painful experience of human suffering (approx. 12.7 miles away); Keepers of the Land! (approx. 12.9 miles away); West Point (approx. 13.1 miles away); Sandy Gulch (approx. 14.1 miles away); Jenkinson Lake (approx. 16 miles away); Carson Trail - To Pleasant Valley (approx. 17.2 miles away).
Photographed By James King, May 19, 2018
3. Ham's Station
Credits. This page was last revised on July 17, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 25, 2021, by James King of San Miguel, California. This page has been viewed 164 times since then and 43 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 25, 2021, by James King of San Miguel, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
