Historical Marker

“Hitchin’ a Ride”

Historical marker location:
501 Nevada Highway, Boulder City, Nevada
( Marker is on Nevada Highway near Avenue B, on the right when traveling east.)

by L’Deane Trueblood, Aritst.

Las Vegas was originally a stopover for travelers: Las Vegas, now known as a major tourist destination and entertainment capital, was originally just a stopover for travelers between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. It wasn't until the 1930s that the city began to develop its reputation as a gambling and entertainment destination.