Weiser in Washington County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
11,000 Years of Indian Occupation
The Weiser Valley provided an abundant environment for early hunters and food gatherers.
Archaeological excavation along Monroe Creek in conjunction with US-95 realignment yielded one of the most significant prehistoric sites in the region. Spear and arrow points and radiocarbon dates suggest the site was occupied for 11,000 years. Inhabitants hunted deer, mountain goat, and rabbit and gathered salmon, roots, berries, and seeds. Artifacts were found ten feet below the ground surface.
Erected by Idaho Historical Society. (Marker Number 487.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Native Americans. In addition, it is included in the Idaho State Historical Society series list.
Location. 44° 15.267′ N, 116° 57.461′ W. Marker is in Weiser, Idaho, in Washington County. Marker is on U.S. 95 at milepost 82,, 0.1 miles south of Appleton Lane, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Weiser ID 83672, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 16 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Payette World War I Memorial (approx. 12.2 miles away); Francois Payette (approx. 12.9 miles away); An Early Industry (approx. 15.4 miles away).
Credits. This page was last revised on March 6, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 12, 2009, by Rebecca Maxwell of Boise, Idaho. This page has been viewed 1,270 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 12, 2009, by Rebecca Maxwell of Boise, Idaho. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.