Bear River Massacre Monument

Bear River Massacre Monument

The monument was erected by the Daughters of Utah Pioneers in memory of the Battle of Bear River (Massacre at Boa Ogoi), which took place on January 29, 1863, between the United States Army and the Shoshone Indians.

The United States Army attacked Shoshone gathered at the confluence of the Bear River and Beaver Creek in what was then southeastern Washington Territory.

Western Shoshone Indians acquired the Bear River Massacre site in 2008 to protect it as a sacred burial ground. They intend to erect their own monument in memory of victims of the massacre which occurred on January 29, 1863.

Location

U.S. Route 91 where Battle Creek joins the Bear River
Franklin County, Idaho
USA

Getting There

The Bear River Massacre Monument is located in Southeastern Idaho, approximately 30 miles north of the city of Preston.

There are no public transportation options available to get to the monument. The best way to get there would be to drive, take a taxi or rental car. There are no commercial airports near the monument, the closest one is the Salt Lake City International Airport, which is about 110 miles away.

Note: The road to the monument can be rough and is not suitable for all vehicles, so proceed with caution.

Nearby Airports

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