I was fortunate to escape the heat this week. Tuesday, I took out my friend Mike for his birthday. We hiked to Snowshoe Thompson’s cave and followed the Carson River Route of the emigrant trail. The trip allowed me to survey any damage from the heavy winter.
Wednesday, I met my friend Bo from Tybo, who was working at Caples Lake. After three years, I finally found the Caple’s son’s grave.
Snowshoe Thompsons Cave
I have never seen the trail to the cave so overgrown.
The emigrant rock was in the shadows, making the writing more visible than I had seen.
You can learn more about Snowshoe Thompsons Cave here.
Kirkwood
It seems like Kirkwood has been closed, but they reopened Wednesday. Whatever they were cooking in the BBQ smelled delicious! You can learn more about Kirkwood here.
Tragedy Springs
Thankfully I first visited Tragedy Springs before more tragedy occurred. A few years ago a wind storm uprooted the trees, disturbing the graves. A few months later, a fire raged, incinerating all the trees.
Ferns have grown from the ash. It is great to see Tragedy Springs recovering. You can learn more about Tragedy Springs here.
Maiden’s Grave
The historical granite marker either fell or sunk over winter. It might not be noticeable to others, but I know more writing is below the ground.
Learn more about Maiden’s Grave, and the Real Maiden’s Grave here.
Odd Fellow Rocks
I got one photo of Odd Fellows Rocks. Then we turned tail and ran. The top of Devil’s Ladder is swampy and the mosquitoes set up camp. I didn’t even try to look for the pioneer grave, which may have been covered with snow.
You can learn more about Odd Fellow Rocks and Grave of the Unknown Pioneer here.
Caples Lake
I got to tour Caples Lake Resort and meet the new owners on Wednesday. They are doing amazing work at the resort and expanding amenities. They have a hotel, cabins, camping, a marina with boat rentals, and day-use spots.
Harry Caples Grave
It took three years, but I finally was able to visit the grave of the Caple’s son. I am putting the final touches on the story about Caples Lake and the grave.
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