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CHL No. 460 Second Garrote - Tuolumne

Guidebook

NO. 460 SECOND GARROTE - A sizable settlement was established at this rich placer location in 1849 by miners spreading east from Big Oak Flat and Groveland. The famous hangman's tree, part of which still stands (1950), is reported to have been instrumental in the death of a number of lawbreakers during the heyday of this locality.

Location

20450 Old State Route 120, 2.4 mi SE of Groveland
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Second Garrotte (No. 460 California Historical Landmark)
NO. 460 SECOND GARROTE - Marker