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City of Rocks National ReserveUnique granite formations at City of Rocks
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City of Rocks National Reserve
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Learn about the Ecological History of City of Rocks. Dr. Lesley Argo-Morris has published a study that describes the changes in vegetation along the California Trail corridor within the Reserve. From approximately 1840 to the present, the focus is upon the period of peak pioneer travel (1843-1869).


The Ecological History of the City of Rocks National Reserve Part I: The Human Archive

The Ecological History of the City of Rocks National Reserve Part II: The Biological Archive
Silhouette of a Pony Express rider against a colorful sunset.  

Did You Know?
Beginning around 1860, a local version of the famous Pony Express also ran through the City of Rocks, along a route that extended form Boise, ID to Brigham City, UT, by way of Rock Creek, Oakley, Goose Creek, City of Rocks stage station, Raft River Headwaters, and Kelton Pass.

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