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South Pass City

South Pass City is a historic place in South Pass City, Fremont County, Wyoming, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on February 26, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000670.

South Pass City, Fremont County, WyomingListed February 26, 1970NRIS #70000670★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is South Pass City?

South Pass City is an unincorporated community in Fremont County, Wyoming, United States. It is located 2 miles (3 km) south of the intersection of highways 28 and 131. A former mining town near the Oregon Trail, it became a ghost town after later gold mines were closed. The entire community is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The closest town is Atlantic City.

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The record

Listing details

Name
South Pass City
City
South Pass City
County
Fremont County
State
Wyoming
Listed on the National Register
February 26, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000670
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.47248, -108.80412
When was South Pass City listed on the National Register?

South Pass City was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 26, 1970.

Where is South Pass City located?

South Pass City is located in South Pass City, Fremont County, Wyoming at approximately 42.47248, -108.80412. See the map above.

Is South Pass City a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. South Pass City is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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