Cow Camp, Historical campsite in San Bernardino County, United States
Cow Camp is a historic campsite in San Bernardino County that contains stone structures and equipment from the late 1800s. The remaining buildings show how cowboys and ranchers lived and worked in these remote mountain areas during that era.
William F. Keys established this campsite in 1880 as a central station for cattle ranching operations in the region. The location became an important base for the development of livestock herding in the Southern California mountains during that period.
The National Register of Historic Places lists this site for its role in documenting the development of cattle ranching in Southern California.
Visitors should bring their own water and camping gear since the site offers minimal facilities. The remote mountain location requires good preparation and proper equipment for a safe stay.
The location combines both recreational camping opportunities and preserved historical structures, providing insights into 19th-century ranching methods.
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