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Martin's Cove

This site is managed in partnership with the LDS Church who is the primary land owner at the site. Obey all signs and information. The Martin Handcart Company, the last handcart expedition to attempt the Trail in 1856, forded the North Platte River near Red Buttes on October 19 and fought snow, wind and sub-zero temperatures to reach this small cove in the flank of the Sweetwater Rocks about two miles west of Devil's Gate in early November. Rescuers sent from Salt Lake City found the company,…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 42.441, -107.221

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Devil's Gate Interpretive Site
  • Sweetwater Rocks (Savage Peak)
  • Sweetwater Rocks (Miller Springs)
  • Ferris Mountains
  • Sweetwater Rocks (Split Rock)
  • Split Rock Interpretive Site

Frequently asked questions

Is Martin's Cove reservable?

Martin's Cove is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Martin's Cove?

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How do I book a campsite at Martin's Cove?

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