This location is the the heart of the business district of Twain Harte. Prior to Hwy 108 being widened and straightened about 35 years ago Twain Harte Dr. was the route of the State Highway sometimes called Sonora Pass Highway. Construction of the Pass Toll Road began in 1861 and there were 2 toll houses; One in Sugarpine and one just down the road from here near the motel. The area was occupied by MiWok Indians who regularly camped in a meadow where Twain Harte Lake now sits. Farms, ranches and lumber mills were located throughout these hills. Around 1925 what is believed to be the first private recreational subdivision in the Sierra Nevada was begun here. From this spot you can see Twain Harte's famous arch which has been its trademark since around 1934. A few hundred feet to the east is the former home of the Eproson family who were early residents and business owners. Where the golf course and Eproson Park are was once apple and pear orchards. As recreation areas were developed there was an outdoor movie theater and a miniature golf course here. There was also a roller skating rink in town and a full size golf course about a mile up Joaquin Gulley Rd.
The Cache container is the size and shape of a 35mm film canister. I have provided a pen but cannot guarantee it will continue to write. Bring your own!😉. No longer a magnetic or a Hanger. Be careful of traffic coming from all directions. This is a heavy Muggle area.