Mountain Meadows, Historic memorial site in Washington County, United States
Mountain Meadow is a memorial site in southern Utah covering grasslands and natural springs at approximately 5,800 feet elevation. The location features marked pathways, informational displays, monuments, and viewing areas that help visitors understand what happened here.
In 1857, approximately 120 emigrants traveling to California died at this location during a tragic incident. This event shaped relations between different groups in western settlement history.
The memorial serves as a place where different communities acknowledge a difficult chapter in settlement history together. Visitors today encounter stone markers that represent multiple perspectives on what happened here.
The site is accessible by road and offers open access to most areas for visitors of all mobility levels. Plan enough time to read the memorials and explore the grounds at a comfortable pace.
The site received dual designation in 2011 as both a National Historic District and a National Historic Landmark. This rare double recognition emphasizes how important the place is to understanding American history.
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