Part 12 – Bridger Pass Station to Duck Lake Station is now live.

Coming down off the route over Bridger Pass, the stage stopped at Sulpher Springs Station – one of the best defended stations along the line. After Sulphur Springs, travellers had to be prepared for the 80-mile stretch through the Bitter Creek division – alkali water, alkali dust, Indians, bandits, and the never-ending boredom of the bouncing, jarring ride.

Coming up next: Duck Lake Station to “Fort” LaClede