An Army Outpost, a Gold Stamp Mill, and a Lake That Did Not Exist Until 1951

Cottonwood Cove sits on the Nevada side of a lake that is younger than most American grandparents. Lake Mohave only came into being in 1951, when Davis Dam created a […]

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Date: 05.15.2026 Category: A250 Blog

Desert Stewards Before the Lake Existed: The CCC’s Hidden Legacy at Cottonwood Cove

As we celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative invites us to look beyond the obvious landmarks and honor the workers who shaped landscapes long before they became […]

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Date: 04.04.2026 Category: A250 Blog

Desert Pioneers: The Women Who Shaped the Mojave and Beyond

As America marks its 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative calls us to honor the trailblazers who gave meaning to the wild places we treasure most. At Cottonwood Cove, a proud […]

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Date: 03.20.2026 Category: A250 Blog

Endurance in the Desert: The Black Laborers of the Colorado River

As we celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative invites us to honor the full, diverse tapestry of our nation’s history. At Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina, a […]

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Date: 03.03.2026 Category: A250 Blog