Historic Stagecoach Inn

Built by John Carson in 1858

Restored by the Utah State Park and Recreation Commition

In 1855, Fairfield was settled by John Carson, William Carson, David Carson, William Beardshall, and John Clegg. A rock fort, four rods square, was built in 1856-1857. The monument now stands at the southeast corner of the fort.

In 1860 Fairfield was Utah's third largest city, with a population of 7,000 people, including the 3,000 soldiers.

In 1858 John Carson built what is now known as the "Stagecoach Inn." Here his family lived and operated a hotel for travelers from that time until its doors closed in 1947. It was restored by Utah State Park and Recreation Commission and dedicated May 16, 1964. A brief history and tour of the Inn follows.

• Three North Rooms
• Kitchen
• Dining Room
• Room West of Dining Room
• Room Above Dining Room
• Room on the West (Upstairs)
• Room That Leads to the Porch (Upstairs)
• North Corner Room
• Room at the Head of the Stairs
• Recreation Room
• History of the Area (including Chief White Elk and the murder of George and Washington Carson)

Start at the Three North Rooms