Emigrant Trail Museum

Sad thought it may be, the Donner Memorial affords campers a glimpse of important American history among the Sierra peaks.

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This park is above 6,200 feet in elevation, so weather plays a big role in camping--the campground closes for snow and ice. Located in the Sierra Nevada, the park records the...

Posted by by Contributor at Citysearch on August 18, 2003. Brought to you by Citysearch.

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The SettingThis park is above 6,200 feet in elevation, so weather plays a big role in camping--the campground closes for snow and ice. Located in the Sierra Nevada, the park records the adverse conditions the ill-fated settlers--who turned to cannibalism to survive their 19th century journey--encountered crossing this rugged range.The FacilityCampsites are a mixture of tents and trailer/RV...

Posted by Contributo-1711710010 on August 16, 2003. Brought to you by rateitall.

The ill-fated and notorious Donner party was forced to set up camp here in the winter of 1846 when heavy snowstorms made their journey over the treacherous mountains impossible. The Emigrant Trail Museum features Donner party artifacts and many other items of historical interest including the Pioneer Monument and the Murphy family cabin site. Guided nature walks are also offered. The adjacent...

Posted on July 16, 2008. Brought to you by cityseekr.

This museum honors the struggles of the survivors and those who perished while crossing the treacherous Donner Pass in 1846. Exhibits include an 1846 musket used to shoot an 800 pound grizzly bear and a 22 foot statue marking the depth of snow that trapped the Donner party in the winter of 1846.

Posted on July 25, 2007. Brought to you by discoverourtown.