As we drove over the pass from Bryce Canyon to Cedar City, we came upon a lake called Duck Lake. It was a beautiful little area, and I quickly snapped these avocets along the edge.
Beautiful pass through the mountains
We arrived at historical Cove Fort which was built by Ira Hinckley. Before he was asked to fulfill this daunting task, he lived in this little cabin. It was moved to the same location as Cove Fort for visitors to enjoy.
Inside the cabin
Inside the cabin
We enjoyed a tour by this missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. His wife's family owned the fort at one time, and they were thrilled to receive the assignment to serve their mission here.
Another view of the cabin
The front of Cove Fort (which was built to provide refuge for weary travelers).
At one time the huge doors were filled with sand for protection.
Inside the fort
The couch on the left is called a "Mormon Couch." It was the precursor to the futon and was covered by a buffalo robe.
A picture of one stage coach that stopped at Cove Fort
The saddle bags belonged to the Pony Express that stopped there
The telegraph room
The makings of a telegraph
Kitchen
Bedroom
Looking out a window of the fort
Blacksmith shop and garden
Blacksmith shop
Inside the fort
Bedroom
Bedroom
Beautiful bedspreads
An original Book of Mormon on the left and a bible on the right
The reversible quilt was made in 1855
Bedroom
Above is the room where Brigham Young liked to stay.
A drawing of Hyrum and Joseph Smith, two brothers who were not separated in life or death
Brigham Young's top hat
What is this bird?
Ira's Bedroom
This clock is an original heirloom from the fort
Bedroom
Bedroom
Ira Hinckley and his wife
A view from the catwalk at the top of the fort
We were delighted to take a tour of this historical church site. There was a wonderful spirit here, and we enjoyed learning about the hard work of men and women who dedicated their lives to serving God.
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