GUERNSEY

Guernsey has rich history that provides a glimpse into the past with the deepest ruts on the Oregon Trail, Register Cliff and the Pony Express way station. The Town was originally known as the “emigrant’s wash tub” because of the warm springs that are located just west of town. Incorporated in 1902 when the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad reached the area and became known as the “Hub of the Oregon Trail”.

HARTVILLE

The town of Hartville was established in 1884, and named after Major Virling Hart, the owner of a local copper mine. Hartville was first settled in the 1870’s by prospectors and was a thriving city by the turn of the century. Many of the buildings built during this time are still standing today. The town is located at an elevation of 4,682 feet.

WHEATLAND

Before the late 19th century, the area around the future site of Wheatland was a flat, arid landscape with desert-like vegetation. ... In 1911 Platte County was created from a portion of Albany County, and Wheatland was selected as the county seat. The Platte County Courthouse was built in Wheatland in 1917.