Near Rockbridge in Richland County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Little Rock

Photographed by Keith L, May 5, 2009

1. The Little Rock Marker

Inscription. Early explorers of the driftless area noted this "small, isolated vertical rock." The first settlers removed the easily available rubble for building foundations and chimneys. Soon horses and buggies cut between the rocks and established the roadway. The natural gateway became a memorable view for passers-by.

By 1986 the need for safe movement of traffic conflicted with the desire to preserve the scenic and historical value of the "Little Rock." Having lived all his life in the shadow of the rock, Halsey Rinehart spearheaded efforts to preserve this natural monument for future generations.

Dedicated to the memory of Halsey Rinehart, 1914-1990.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Landmarks • Natural Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1986.

Location. 43° 26.682′ N, 90° 21.788′ W. Marker is near Rockbridge, Wisconsin, in Richland County. It is on County Highway D 0.1 miles west of State Highway 80, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 25344 County Highway D, Richland Center WI 53581, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest,

on the Great Lakes,

in the Corn Belt,

and in the Driftless Area — Bluff Country.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Troop Encampment (within shouting distance of this marker); Pier Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Rockbridge

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(within shouting distance of this marker); St. Patrick's (approx. 5.1 miles away); Krouskop Park (approx. 7.1 miles away); Wisconsin Purple Heart Memorial Highway (approx. 7.2 miles away); Vernon W. Thomson (approx. 7.2 miles away); Ada James (approx. 7.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rockbridge.

Another marker is no longer nearby. Birthplace of GTE (was approx. 7.2 miles away but has been confirmed missing).

Photographed by Keith L, May 5, 2009

2. The Little Rock Marker

The original highway shown in this photo is closed.

The Little Rock and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Keith L, May 5, 2009

3. The Little Rock and Marker

The replacement highway is in the foreground.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 2,750 times since then and 36 times this year. It was the Marker of the Week August 9, 2009. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 26, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.