Silverado, California
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TioTony
N 33° 44.851 W 117° 35.044
11S E 445903 N 3734314
Silverado Mining Boom Town
Waymark Code: WM27A5
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/16/2007
Views: 67
Located in Canada De La Madera Timber Canyon, Silverado was a mining boom town founded in 1878 when silver was discovered nearby. During the colorful life of the boom, 1873-1881, miners flocking to the area established a thriving community served daily by stage from Los Angeles and Santa Ana. Historcal Landmark No. 202 California State Park Commission.
Marker Number: 202.00
Marker Name: No. 202 Silverado
County: Orange
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Location:
Next to Silverado Fire Station #2, end of Silverado Canyon Rd, 3.4 mi E of Silverado post office, Silverado
Marker Dedication Date: Not listed
Website: Not listed
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