Thomas L. Smith

Peg Leg Smith Monument
Peg Leg Smith Monument
LocationHenderson Canyon Road
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Coordinates33°17′46″N 116°17′53″W / 33.2961°N 116.2981°W / 33.2961; -116.2981
DesignatedOctober 11 ,1960
Reference no.750
Location of Peg Leg Smith Monument in California
Thomas L. Smith (the United States)

Thomas Long "Pegleg" Smith (October 10, 1801 – October 1866) was a mountain man who, serving as a guide for many early expeditions into the American Southwest, helped explore parts of present-day New Mexico. He is also known as a fur trapper, prospector, and horse thief. Peg Leg Smith Monument, is a historical site in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California. Peg Leg Smith Monument site is a California Historical Landmark No. 452, listed on October 11 ,1960.