Site Information
Bear Valley Today
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| Landmark Number: |
331 |
| Location: |
On State Highway 49, Bear Valley, Mariposa County |
| Marker Plaque: |
one or more plaques placed by civic organizations or other groups |
Description
From California Historical Landmarks:
First called Johnsonville, Bear Valley had a population of 3,000,
including Chinese, Cornish, and Mexicans. During 1850-60 when
John C. Fremont's Ride Tree and Josephine Mines were producing,
Fremont's elegant hotel, Oso House, was built with lumber brought
around the horn. It no longer stands. After a fire in 1888, structures were rebuilt. Some still standing are Bon Toon
Saloon, Trabucco Store, Odd Fellows Hall, school house, and remains of jail.
Sign
Old Building
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