Bear River Massacre Site, Historical site near Preston, Idaho
The Bear River Massacre Site spans 1,691 acres along Battle Creek, featuring meadows and natural landmarks where a Shoshone village once stood.
On January 29, 1863, Colonel Patrick Connor and California Volunteers attacked a Shoshone winter camp, resulting in 250 to 400 Native American deaths.
The Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation acquired 600 acres of land to develop an interpretive center preserving their heritage and history.
Visitors can access two observation points along US Highway 91, with the main entrance located 4.5 miles north of Preston at the hilltop position.
The site holds the highest casualty count of any Native American conflict in the Western United States during the 19th century.
Location: Idaho
GPS coordinates: 42.14610,-111.91400
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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