Number Nine Pond at Sun Canyon
We were looking for traces of history at Sun Canyon and came across the pond. It is not like you can miss it. I am sure that visitors to Sun Canyon did enjoy it when the ranch was frequented by travelers from the area as well as from NYC. A fire on March 4, 1965 destroyed the main lodge and a subsequent fire four days later claimed the recreation hall. Since this time, plans have come and gone while the remaining buildings lay dormant, succumbing one by one to the elements. Some will look upon the area and feel a sadness for what was and what could have been. I like to think back to the heyday of the dude ranch in Thurman and think of what was a grand and glorious time.
This cache is part of the Sun Canyon Dude Ranch series. Since the ranch was closed in the mid-60’s, we can only piece together activities from old brochures and accounts from people that used to work at the ranch or lived in the area. We envision this cache being one of the destinations of the guests that stayed at the ranch.
Access is gained via a snowmobile trail that borders private property. Please respect the various owner’s property and stay on the trail.
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