Simpson's Rest is a butte and rock formation which is a landmark overlooking Trinidad, Colorado.[1][2] It is the burial place of explorer and trader George S. Simpson, and is surmounted by a U.S. flag and "TRINIDAD" in large white letters.[3] It is a tourist attraction, and can be reached by a 10-minute drive from downtown Trinidad.
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In 2017, an 11-year-old girl died after falling 20 feet from the overlook.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Simpson's Rest". History Colorado.
- ^ "Simpsons Rest". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved October 5, 2023.
- ^ "The "Rest" of the story – KRTN Enchanted Air Radio". KRTN Enchanted Air Radio – Enchanted Air Radio 575-445-3652. November 9, 2015. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
- ^ The Denver Post (February 27, 2017). "11-year-old girl dies after falling from overlook in Trinidad". Colorado Springs Gazette. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
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