Historical Markers of Clark County & Las Vegas
Location: Western Clark County, Mountain Springs Pass Directions: Along SR 160 on Mountain Springs Summit
Date Conquered: 3/14/09 Nearest Intersection: Diamond St & Village Blvd. Quick Description: A marker remembering the first route of commerece in Nevada. Signed: Yes -- Signed on both lanes of SR 159. As a nice addition, NDOT erected an arrow pointing the way to the new marker's location! NOTES: I've officially nicknamed SR 160, "the lost-causeway." Of all the roads I've traveled in Nevada, I can say that SR 160 is one of the most dangerous roads in the state. Therefore, bear with me as I emphasize this thoroughly: Please take extreme caution on this highway! As such, please note my high "Accessibility" rating of 6. This was done because of the extreme amount of traffic that plies this four-lane highway. Although the SHPO did a great job in choosing #34's location, the knee-high stone it's mounted to is almost impossible to see from the road-- a marker I have officially diagnosed with "tough visibility syndrome." To bag this classic-style marker, keep a look out for the volunteer fire station on the westbound side of 160. If you pass the Station, you've gone too far and will need some luck to turn back around. This "lost-causeway" caters to an endless and overwhelming array of traffic, mostly dominated by people unaware of something like #34. Once you pull into to view this marker, good luck getting back out. People down here don't expect marker hunters like us to be on a leisurely stroll. Good luck spotting this one. That's all I can tell you. Nice to see "Classic" plaques still alive and kickin'. This one sits on a knee-high stone, very difficult to see from the highway. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... Stretching for 130 miles across Clark County, this historic horse trail became Nevada's first route of commerce in 1829 when trade was initiated between Santa Fe and Los Angeles. The trail was later used by the wagons of the "49ers" and Mormon pioneers. Concrete posts marking the trail were erected in 1965. A rare two seconds with no traffic on SR 160, the Blue Diamond Highway. Notice the fire station in the immediate b.g. Look for this and you're golden.
NOTES: I've officially nicknamed SR 160, "the lost-causeway." Of all the roads I've traveled in Nevada, I can say that SR 160 is one of the most dangerous roads in the state. Therefore, bear with me as I emphasize this thoroughly: Please take extreme caution on this highway! As such, please note my high "Accessibility" rating of 6. This was done because of the extreme amount of traffic that plies this four-lane highway. Although the SHPO did a great job in choosing #34's location, the knee-high stone it's mounted to is almost impossible to see from the road-- a marker I have officially diagnosed with "tough visibility syndrome." To bag this classic-style marker, keep a look out for the volunteer fire station on the westbound side of 160. If you pass the Station, you've gone too far and will need some luck to turn back around. This "lost-causeway" caters to an endless and overwhelming array of traffic, mostly dominated by people unaware of something like #34. Once you pull into to view this marker, good luck getting back out. People down here don't expect marker hunters like us to be on a leisurely stroll. Good luck spotting this one. That's all I can tell you. Nice to see "Classic" plaques still alive and kickin'. This one sits on a knee-high stone, very difficult to see from the highway. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... Stretching for 130 miles across Clark County, this historic horse trail became Nevada's first route of commerce in 1829 when trade was initiated between Santa Fe and Los Angeles. The trail was later used by the wagons of the "49ers" and Mormon pioneers. Concrete posts marking the trail were erected in 1965. A rare two seconds with no traffic on SR 160, the Blue Diamond Highway. Notice the fire station in the immediate b.g. Look for this and you're golden.
Full Description: Exact description as reads ... Stretching for 130 miles across Clark County, this historic horse trail became Nevada's first route of commerce in 1829 when trade was initiated between Santa Fe and Los Angeles. The trail was later used by the wagons of the "49ers" and Mormon pioneers. Concrete posts marking the trail were erected in 1965. A rare two seconds with no traffic on SR 160, the Blue Diamond Highway. Notice the fire station in the immediate b.g. Look for this and you're golden.
Stretching for 130 miles across Clark County, this historic horse trail became Nevada's first route of commerce in 1829 when trade was initiated between Santa Fe and Los Angeles. The trail was later used by the wagons of the "49ers" and Mormon pioneers. Concrete posts marking the trail were erected in 1965. A rare two seconds with no traffic on SR 160, the Blue Diamond Highway. Notice the fire station in the immediate b.g. Look for this and you're golden.
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