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Great Sierra Mine Historic Site
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preserves the site of the largest mining operation in what would become Yosemite National Park
The Great Sierra Mine Historic Site, also known as Dana Village, preserves the site of the largest mining operation in what would later become Yosemite National Park in California. The Great Sierra Mining Company established Dana Village as the support facility for the operations of the Sheepherder Lode, reputed for a rich silver vein.
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Gaylor Lakes Trail, Tuolumne County, California
Coordinates: 37.92750, -119.26917
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