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In 1859, during the first year of use, over 13,000 emigrants and 19,000 head of stock passed along the Lander Cut-Off. This area, known as LaBarge Meadows, was a favorite resting place of the pioneers. The abundant grass provided forage for the large number of livestock being trailed by the emigrants. It was the last good camping spot before the final crossing of the highest mountain passes and the descent to the Smiths Fork of the Bear River drainage.
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Smoot, Wyoming · United States
