Oregon the Picturesque
Author: Thomas Dowler Murphy
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Published: 1917
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Author: Thomas Dowler Murphy
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Published: 1917
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Thos. D. Murphy
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2023-08-12
Total Pages: 298
ISBN-13: 3368370804
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Author: Thos D Murphy
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Published: 2019-10
Total Pages: 226
ISBN-13: 9781696559676
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"From Dutch Flat to Emigrant Gap, perhaps a dozen miles, the road climbs continually, winding through pine forests that crowd closely on either hand. Here is one of the wildest sections of the Sierras accessible to motor cars, and the weird beauty culminates at Emigrant Gap, a great natural gash in the Sierras which in early days gave its name to the road by which the great majority of overland emigrants entered California. Near this point, a little distance to the right of the road and some two thousand feet33 beneath, lies Bear Valley, one of the loveliest vales of the Sierras-in early summer an emerald green meadow-lying between Yuba River and Bear Creek, shut in on every hand by tree-clad slopes. From Emigrant Gap to the summit of the divide, a distance of twenty-seven miles, the road mounts steadily through the pines, winding around abrupt turns and climbing heavy grades-the last pitch rising to thirty per cent, according to our road book, though we doubt if it is really so steep. Crystal Lake and Lake Van Orten are passed on the way, two blue mountain tarns lying far below on the right-hand side of the road. From the summit, at an elevation of a little over seven thousand feet, we have a wonderful view both eastward and westward. Behind us the rugged hills through which we have wended our way slope gently to the Sacramento Valley-so gently that in the one hundred miles since leaving the plain we have risen only a mile and a half. Before us is the sharper fall of the eastern slope and far beneath, in a setting of green sward and stately pines, the placid blue waters of Donner Lake, beautiful despite the tragic associations which come unbidden to our minds."
Author: Thomas Dowler MURPHY
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Published: 1917
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Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2023-09-21
Total Pages: 298
ISBN-13: 3387070802
DOWNLOAD EBOOKReproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
Author: Thos. D. Murphy
Publisher: DigiCat
Published: 2022-07-21
Total Pages: 225
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book covers extensively California with emphasis on the vast mountain-studded wonderland that comprises the northern half of California and the eastern half of Oregon, which undoubtedly can boast of some of the most impressive and picturesque scenery in the whole world. The book aims to cover areas in California neglected in the literature, in doing that the author covered Oregon and nearly everything in the state that will be likely to interest the average tourist.
Author: John Muir
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Published: 1888
Total Pages: 108
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKFeatures text, as well as works by such artists as Thomas Moran, Thomas Hill, Julian Rix, George Spiel, Frederic Remington, E.J. Meeker, Albert E. Sterner, C.D. Robinson, A.I. Keller, Harry Fenn, and W.M. Cary.
Author: Tom Barr
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2012-06-19
Total Pages: 359
ISBN-13: 0762786167
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPack up the car and enjoy forty-five memorable routes in the Beaver State. Featuring over 4,800 miles of riding pleasure, this indispensable highway companion maps out unforgettable trips for exploring the region’s scenic byways and back roads. Embark on an adventure that winds along the mountainsides. Take in the magnificence of the Columbia River Gorge. Trek along a coastline that sports some of the earth’s most spectacular scenery. Along the way you’ll discover fertile farmlands, unspoiled wilderness, deserts filled with sagebrush, and breathtaking vineyards and orchards. Inside you’ll find Itineraries ranging from 5 to 325 miles in length Full-color photos and route maps for each drive In-depth descriptions of attractions along the way Optional side trips to museums, parks, and landmarks Tips on lodging, camping, dining, travel services, and best driving seasons