Chimney Rock Archeological Site

Address Restricted Chimney Rock
National Historical site Reference number 70000153

Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad

Between Antonito and Chama, NM Antonito
National Historical site Reference number 73000462

Labo Del Rio Bridge

Cty. Rd. F40 over Piedra River Arboles
Vehicular Bridges in Colorado TR
National Historical site Reference number 85001399

Archuleta County was formed in 1885, the county was named in honor of State Senator Antonio D. Archuleta.

The Escalante Trail and later the Spanish Trail traversed this area, this was a trade route between Santa Fe and California. The Spanish Trail was traveled by many now famous persons such as Pratt, Wolfskill and Carson.

Other than Native Americans, the earliest inhabitants of the area were miners, fur trappers and traders seeking their fortunes. The military made several expeditions into and through the area, one such expedition was by Lt. Col. E. H. Bergman to locate a suitable spot to construct Fort Plummer.

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written by Leroy and Ann Oldham
© 1999 by Mary Ann Hetrick