Old Town in San Diego in San Diego County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Kearney Trail
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 9, 2026
1. Kearney Trail Marker
The end of the Kearney Trail, December 12, 1846.
Marked by San Diego Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, 1920.
J.E. Caldwell & Co., Phila., PA
Erected 1920 by Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical date for this entry is December 12, 1846.
Location. 32° 45.274′ N, 117° 11.816′ W. Marker is in San Diego, California, in San Diego County. It is in Old Town. It is at the intersection of Calhoun Street and Mason Street on Calhoun Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2706 San Diego Ave, San Diego CA 92110, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s Peninsular Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: La Casa de Estudillo (within shouting distance of this marker); La Casa de Alvarado (within shouting distance of this marker); Estudillo House (within shouting distance of this marker); Juan Bandini (within shouting distance of this marker); La Casa de Rodriguez (within shouting distance of this marker); First San Diego Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); La Casa de Pico (within shouting
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Regarding Kearney Trail. Also known as the Southern Emigrant Trail or Gila Trail, it was a vital 19th-century land route used for westward immigration into California. Named after Brigadier General Stephen Watts Kearny, it offered a year-round alternative to northern routes, stretching from New Mexico to California. It was a major route for migrants and, during the Mexican-American War, was utilized by Kearnys "Army of the West" (1846-47). The trail largely followed the Gila River through Arizona and was used heavily by travelers looking to avoid snow-blocked mountain passes.
Photographed by Craig Baker, March 9, 2026
2. Kearney Trail Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 1, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 31, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 25 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 31, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
