This memorial is the property of the State of Colorado

Three-quarters of a mile northwest from this point is the original
Virginia Dale
famous stage station on the Overland Route to California, 1862-1867.
Established by Joseph A. (Jack) Slade and named for his wife, Virginia.
Located on Cherokee Trail of 1849.
Favorite camp ground for emigrants.
Vice President of Colfax and party were detained here by Indian raids in 1865.
Robert J. Spotswood replaced Slade.