Town of Forest Hill
California State Historic Landmark 399
Plaque Photo:
06/14/02
#399 Forest Hill
Gold discovered here in 1850 in which year the first "Forest House" built. In 1852 the Jenny Lind Mine found which produced over million dollars in gold while the mines in this immediate vicinity produced over ten million dollars up to 1868. Town an important trading post and famed for its beautiful forests.
Site Photo:
06/14/02
06/14/02
06/14/02
Location:
In front of 24540 Main St, Forest Hill.
GPS coords: 39° 01.213 N/120° 49.047 W
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