Mark B.
2/15/2019
An amazing piece of history. The town of St. Thomas was abandoned once Hoover Dam was build and the waters began backing up behind the dam. For years the town sat underneath Lake Mead. Due to...
St. Thomas Site Loop Trail
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Moapa, NV 89025
The St. Thomas Site Loop Trail in Boulder City, NV offers visitors a glimpse into the history of a once-thriving pioneer settlement that was ultimately submerged by the rising waters of Lake Mead. This trail allows visitors to explore the remnants of St. Thomas, providing a respectful and educational experience that highlights the lives of the town's former residents.
As part of the National Park Service's commitment to preserving cultural and historic sites, the St. Thomas Site Loop Trail serves as a reminder of the people who once called this town home. Visitors are encouraged to respect the artifacts and foundations they encounter along the trail, helping to safeguard the rich history of St. Thomas for future generations.
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Norm K.
2/10/2020
I first visited St. Thomas in 2007 and I only had a paper map I had printed to give me some idea what I was looking at. When you're trying to compare a street grid with dirt trails in the desert...
Stefany V.
4/24/2018
Spent Earth Day hiking this trail for a local history lesson with some friends. Check the other review for the background info, but know to come with a hat and/or sunscreen and plenty of water, as...
Evelyn C.
4/19/2016
Here's something different to check out at Lake Mead: St Thomas! It's a little known treasure and worth the drive out of town! A former town that once was on the lake floor and now it is...
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