Body History
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The travelers found their first good water and grass at Black Rock where there is a hot springs surrounded by about 20 acres of meadow. The emigrants were understandably relieved to reach Mud Meadows, and find water and grass for the animals. From there they went on to Fly Canyon down a wagon slide, and on through the High Rock Canyon to California.
All of these sites are within driving distance from Soldier Meadows Ranch. You can enjoy the modern comforts and good food provided by the ranch while getting a taste of the trials that faced the pioneers. |
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After the army abandoned Camp McGarry, it’s history is unclear. In the 1870’s Nevada school lands at Soldier Meadows sold to individuals to raise money for the state. It was then that ranching began in the area. Cattle barons Henry Miller and Charles Lux began to put the ranch together in the late 1800’s from many small owners and ran it as Pacific Livestock Company until 1928. Later owners continued to run both cattle and sheep for many years. The Estill Family currently raises cattle on the land and is hoping that grazing and ranching will remain a colorful part of this area’s future as well as it’s history. |