Near Dorrington in Calaveras County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Board's Crossing

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

1. Board's Crossing Marker

Inscription. Board’s Crossing was first used as a cattle crossing in the early 1870’s. Brothers David and William Board moved here from Missouri in 1854. They settled in Salt Springs Valley and raised cattle. This shallow ford across the river was a favorite with local ranchers as the cattle were moved to the mountains each summer. The family built their small cabin here, which still stands. The Boards continued this operation for nearly 30 years then sold to the pioneer family Nichols in 1906. Dedicated by Matuca Chapter 1849 E Clampus Vitus Sept. 9, 1995 (6000) Credo Quia Abserdum

Erected 1995 by Matuca Chapter No. 1849, E Clampus Vitus.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 9, 1829.

Location. 38° 18.269′ N, 120° 14.074′ W. Marker is near Dorrington, California, in Calaveras County. Marker is on Forest Service Road 5N75. This marker is located on Stanislaus Forest Service Road 5N75 at the north side of the bridge crossing the North Fork Stanislaus River. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Arnold CA 95223, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 10 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Sourgrass Bridge (approx. 1½ miles away); Dorrington Hotel

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(approx. 2.3 miles away); Hanging On By A Branch (approx. 4.1 miles away); Discovery and Exploitation (approx. 4.4 miles away); California Big Trees State Park (approx. 4.4 miles away); White Pines History (approx. 6.3 miles away); Doc S.C. Linebaugh Park (approx. 6.4 miles away); Avery Hotel (approx. 10 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dorrington.

More about this marker. Directions to Board's Crossing: From Highway 4 in Dorrington, take Boards Crossing Road 4+ miles, cross the North Fork Stanislaus River at Sourgrass Bridge, then continue another mile. Take Forest Service road 5N76 to the right. The road is poorly marked and drops steeply. Forest Service Road 5N76 is a dirt road, in poor condition. At the 'T' turn right and continue a short distance to the bridge. The marker is on the opposite (north) side of the bridge.
DO NOT take Forest Service 5N75 unless you have FWD.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

2. Board's Crossing Marker

North Fork Stanislaus River, looking east image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

3. North Fork Stanislaus River, looking east

North Fork Stanislaus River, looking west image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

4. North Fork Stanislaus River, looking west

Board's Crossing Bridge image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

5. Board's Crossing Bridge

The marker is on the opposite side of the river to the right of the end of the bridge.

Board's Crossing Bridge is still in service. image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, August 24, 2012

6. Board's Crossing Bridge is still in service.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 26, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,886 times since then and 84 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on August 26, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.