Imagine yourself an emigrant headed for Oregon: would promises of lush farmlands and a new beginning lure you to leave home and walk for weeks? More than 2,000 miles of trail ruts and traces can still be seen along the Oregon National Historic Trail in six states and serve as reminders of the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs of early American settlers.

The Guernsey Ruts in Wyoming feature deeply eroded rock from wagon traffic.

Guernsey Ruts, Wyoming

Alcove Spring Park is located in Kansas near Blue Rapids and Marysville.

Alcove Spring Park Wayside

Fort Laramie National Historic Site features a replica fort with exhibits, located in eastern Wyoming.

Fort Laramie, Wyoming

Split Rock was an important emigrant landmark in Wyoming.

Split Rock, Wyoming

Devil's Gate was an important emigrant landmark in Wyoming.

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Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge