Fort Bridger in Uinta County, Wyoming — The American West (Mountains)

The Lincoln Highway

— Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins —

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

1. The Lincoln Highway Marker

Inscription. In 1928, the Boy Scouts erected 2,400 of these monuments to commemorate the first Coast to Coast Highway from New York to San Francisco.
We dedicate this monument to the memory of Mr. Albino Fillin of Fort Bridger who though to save it for future generations.
A special thanks to Mr. Floyd Fillin for donating this monument to us. It is thoughtful persons such as these that help to preserve our heritage.
1999
Wyoming Chapter
Lincoln Highway Association
Pat Turner - Eagle Scout

Erected 1999 by Lincoln Highway Association, Wyoming Chapter.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Lincoln Highway series list.

Location. 41° 19.056′ N, 110° 23.396′ W. Marker is in Fort Bridger, Wyoming, in Uinta County. Marker is on Business U.S. 80 near Main Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Bridger WY 82933, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1st Commanding Officer's Quarters (within shouting distance of this marker); Officer's Quarters (log) (within shouting distance of this marker); Post Sun Dial (within

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shouting distance of this marker); The Post Trader (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Post Trader's Store (about 300 feet away); Commanding Officer's Quarters. (about 300 feet away); Officer's Quarters and Enlisted Men's Barracks (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Commanding Officer's Quarters. (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Bridger.

More about this marker. This marker is located near the entrance of Fort Bridger Historic Site. Obtain a map at the entrance or museum.

Also see . . . Cabin Camp Project, Seeking Lost Tourist Cabins. In the 1920s and 1930s between the days of auto camping on unauthorized sites or municipal parks, and the development of modern motels in the 1950s, tourist cabins provided simple overnight accommodations for motor travelers along the Lincoln Highway. From the tiny cabins with bunks without indoor plumbing, to the luxury cabins with steam heat and upholstered furniture, travelers were charged from $1 per night up to $2.50 or more. Some cabins included bedding, dishes, and tableware for an additional 50 cents. Finding clean cabins was
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

2. The Lincoln Highway Marker
the main goal for tourists in this era. (Submitted on November 17, 2015, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)

Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

3. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

4. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

5. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

6. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

7. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins

Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the rooms image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

8. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the rooms

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

9. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the rooms

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

10. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the rooms

Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the facilities image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

11. Orange and Black Garage Camp Cabins, the facilities

WPA Outhouse, circa 1940 image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, September 10, 2015

12. WPA Outhouse, circa 1940

Credits. This page was last revised on September 4, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 17, 2015, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 373 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. submitted on November 17, 2015, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.