Hidden Forest Cabin
About 20 mi. N of Las Vegas on Hidden Forest Rd., Las Vegas, NVThe Hidden Forest Cabin has been used for various purposes dating back to the early 1900s. It is known to have been used by bootleggers during prohibition. According to legend, the cabin was used as a robbers hideout. The cabin was also used by prospectors and local ranching operations. The cabin was in fair condition when the Desert National Wildlife Range, then Desert Game Range, was initially staffed in 1938. An area just below the present site was initially recommended for the refuge headquarters in April 1938. It has been used as an overnight shelter for refuge personnel since that date.
Hidden Forest Cabin is presently located within the proposed Desert Wilderness Area and the Hidden Forest Canyon is a popular area among refuge visitors.
Much of the history surrounding the cabin and the associated area is open to debate. Unsubstantiated stories and legends concerning the area have multiplied over the past 20 years. Research could probably verify some history that has become exaggerated. This could be documented and utilized for the interpretation of this unique cabin.
Local significance of the building:
Hidden Forest Cabin is presently located within the proposed Desert Wilderness Area and the Hidden Forest Canyon is a popular area among refuge visitors.
Much of the history surrounding the cabin and the associated area is open to debate. Unsubstantiated stories and legends concerning the area have multiplied over the past 20 years. Research could probably verify some history that has become exaggerated. This could be documented and utilized for the interpretation of this unique cabin.
Agriculture; Social History
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
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Nevada is the only state in the U.S. with legalized prostitution: Prostitution is legal in some rural counties in Nevada, making it the only state in the U.S. where it is legal.
About Clark County
Clark County Timeline
Clark County, Nevada is located in the southernmost part of the state and has a rich and fascinating history. The area that is now Clark County was first inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Paiute people, who established settlements along the Colorado River.
In the mid-19th century, Mormon pioneers settled in the Las Vegas Valley, establishing a fort and bringing irrigation techniques that transformed the desert landscape. However, their presence was short-lived, and by the 1880s, the area was mostly abandoned once mining activity diminished.
The history of Clark County took a significant turn in 1905 when the railroad arrived in the area, linking it with the rest of the country. This development led to the establishment of Las Vegas as a bustling railroad town, attracting people from various backgrounds and sparking rapid growth in the region.
The next major milestone in Clark County's history came in 1931 when the state of Nevada legalized gambling. This decision forever altered the county's landscape, as casinos and entertainment venues began to flourish. The construction of the Hoover Dam, also in the 1930s, provided employment opportunities and further boosted the economy of Clark County.
Over the following decades, Clark County continued to see exponential growth, driven largely by the tourism and entertainment industries. Las Vegas, in particular, became known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, with its world-class resorts, casinos, and vibrant nightlife attracting millions of visitors annually. Today, Clark County remains a major tourism destination and a dynamic hub of culture, entertainment, and economic activity in the southwestern United States.
In the mid-19th century, Mormon pioneers settled in the Las Vegas Valley, establishing a fort and bringing irrigation techniques that transformed the desert landscape. However, their presence was short-lived, and by the 1880s, the area was mostly abandoned once mining activity diminished.
The history of Clark County took a significant turn in 1905 when the railroad arrived in the area, linking it with the rest of the country. This development led to the establishment of Las Vegas as a bustling railroad town, attracting people from various backgrounds and sparking rapid growth in the region.
The next major milestone in Clark County's history came in 1931 when the state of Nevada legalized gambling. This decision forever altered the county's landscape, as casinos and entertainment venues began to flourish. The construction of the Hoover Dam, also in the 1930s, provided employment opportunities and further boosted the economy of Clark County.
Over the following decades, Clark County continued to see exponential growth, driven largely by the tourism and entertainment industries. Las Vegas, in particular, became known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, with its world-class resorts, casinos, and vibrant nightlife attracting millions of visitors annually. Today, Clark County remains a major tourism destination and a dynamic hub of culture, entertainment, and economic activity in the southwestern United States.
Clark County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Clark County, Nevada.
- 1909 - Clark County is established in Nevada.
- 1931 - Construction of the Hoover Dam begins, bringing an economic boom to the area.
- 1941 - The El Rancho Vegas, the first hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip, opens.
- 1955 - The Moulin Rouge Hotel and Casino becomes the first racially integrated casino in Las Vegas.
- 1967 - The International Hotel (now the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino) opens, becoming the largest hotel in the world at the time.
- 1989 - The Mirage Casino-Hotel opens, starting the era of themed resort development in Las Vegas.
- 1990 - The population of Clark County surpasses one million residents.
- 2005 - The Las Vegas Monorail begins operation, providing public transportation along the Las Vegas Strip.
- 2010 - The population of Clark County exceeds two million residents.