California Historical Landmarks in Fresno County

California Historical Landmark 344
Arroyo de Cantua
SR 198 and SR 133 Intersection
Coalinga

State Route 198 Between Coalinga and Interstate 5
State Route 198 Between Coalinga and Interstate 5

  California Historical Landmark #344: Arroyo de Cantua
State Route 198 at West Doris Avenue

  California Historical Landmark #344: Arroyo de Cantua
All Photos 15 June 2006
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14 Miles
Arroyo de Cantua

Headquarters of notorious bandit Joaquin Murieta. Killed here July 25, 1853 by a posse of state rangers led by Captain Harry Love. Terrorized mining camps and stage operations during his career.

Historical Landmark No. 344

Department of Public Works - Division of Highways

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