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Whitman Mission National Historic Site
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Two Canada geese with five goslings swimming on pond.
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Research and Restoration Projects
Monitoring and research projects
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Archeologist pushing cart with ground-penetrating radar.
Archeology
Several studies have been conducted at the park.
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Replica of covered wagon.  

Did You Know?
Beginning in 1843, City of Rocks was a landmark for emigrants on the California Trail. At the height of emigration, in 1852, some 52,000 people passed through City of Rocks on the way to California goldfields. Today, City of Rocks National Reserve protects over 6 miles of this historic trail.

Last Updated: January 15, 2007 at 18:39 EST