The nine monuments of Cajon Pass September 11, 2011

Mark Landis, correspondent for the San Bernardino County Sun, posted a story today about the little-known nine monuments found along Cajon Pass, aka Interstate 15 and Route 66.

American Indians, then pioneers, made their way down the pass for hundreds of years until roads finally were built. Most of the monuments pay tribute to the white settlers and the hardships they endured during their journeys.

According to the article, most of the monuments are accessible by car. Here’s a listing, along with a link to a photo if available:

• Stoddard-Waite Monument (accessible only by special permission)
• Santa Fe and Salt Lake Trail Monument
• Sycamore Grove Monument
• Mohave Trail Monument (four-wheel drive recommended)
• Mormon Trail Monument
• Pioneer Woman Monument
• Mormon Pioneer Trail (accessible only by permission)
• Blue Cut
• Summit Train Station Monument