In the works in progress of future topics is that of the mining activities of Diamond Mountain. After all it was in 1855 with the discovery of gold at Hills Creek, along the base of the mountain, that was responsible for the initial influx of the Anglo settlers. During those early years one of the main routes to and from the Honey Lake Valley was via Gold Run. To refresh one’s memory you may want to go back and review the Gold Run Road Company.  The route also received extensive use in the 1920s to the Engel’s Copper Mine on the other side of mountain near Taylorsville. That, too, will be featured in the future. In addition, the Wild Horse Mines of the Smoke Creek Desert will be featured as it is intertwined with the mining at Diamond Mountain. Finally, this topic was discussed on the  Inspiration Point Tour. Stay tuned!

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