Markleeville traces its beginnings to the land claim of Jacob Marklee who established a toll bridge across a tributary of the Carson River in 1861 during the height of the silver mining boom at nearby Silver Mountain City. Marklee hoped to prosper from the freight and supplies headed to the mining camps, but was instead killed in a gunfight in 1863, his killer going free on a plea of self defense.

The Markleeville Visitor Center provides books and guidebooks related to the area, maps, brochures, and local business information. Also for sale are items such as t-shirts, coloring books, and stuffed animals that relate to the natural environment.

A representative from the Chamber of Commerce and from the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest staffs the center. The staff is very knowledgeable about the local area and actively seeks answers to new questions.

#3 Webster Street, Markleeville, CA

Phone: (530) 694-2475