Historical Marker
Changing Times in Bear Valley
Historical marker location:
Seneca, Oregon
( Marker is at the intersection of 4th Street and Barnes Street (U.S. 395), on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.)
The Oregon Trail was not the only route for pioneers to travel to Oregon. There were several other trails, including the California Trail, the Applegate Trail, and the Meek Cutoff. Many of these trails were more difficult and dangerous than the Oregon Trail.