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Joseph R. Walker

American explorer (1798–1876)

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Lived 1798–1876, aged 78United States
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    1798–1876
    Aged 78
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Updated 2026-07-22

Joseph R. Walker was a mountain man and experienced scout. He established the segment of the California Trail, the primary route for the emigrants to the gold fields during the California gold rush, from Fort Hall, Idaho to the Truckee River. The Walker River and Walker Lake in Nevada were named for him by John C. Frémont.

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