NoeHill Travels in California
California Historical Landmarks in Fresno County
California Historical Landmark 344
Arroyo de Cantua
SR 198 and SR 133 Intersection
Coalinga
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State Route 198 Between Coalinga and Interstate 5
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State Route 198 at West Doris Avenue
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Arroyo de Cantua
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