First established as a Mormon fort in 1865 on the Muddy River. The Huntsman Adobe (c.1888) is the oldest building in Moapa Valley. The St. Joseph Cemetery holds graves from the 1860s-1870s. Source: nvexpeditions.com.
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| Region | Clark County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 36.5966, -114.4841 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Est. | 1865 Mormon fort |
| Oldest Building | Huntsman Adobe c.1888 |
| Cemetery | St. Joseph Cemetery 1860s+ |
| Access | Paved I-15 corridor |
| Era | 1865-1871 |
| Fee | Free |
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