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133 yards east to site of Historic Cottonwood

Canadian, Hemphill County

Marker Text

A landmark for pioneers on military and stage road nearby, 1870-1890. Over a century old, tree measures 21 feet around. (1969)

Marker Details

Address CR L
Location Description E of Lake Marvin. CR L, 0.2 mi. S of CR K, E side, 0.1 mi. N of Black Kettle National Grassland campground Old Military Road. Marker is 50 feet E of CR L at trailhead.
Marker # 2494
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type 12" x 15" Tree Marker
Code lumber topics; botany
Latitude, Longitude 35.887001, -100.179707

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