Marker text: MISION SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA
(Turn off 5 Miles North)
Located in the valley of the San Antonio River within the Santa Lucia Range, Misin San Antonio de Padua, established on July 14, 1771, was the third in a series of missions founded in Alta California by Father Junpero Serra. Its picturesque setting makes it one of today's most outstanding examples of early mission life.
California Registered Historical Landmark No. 232
Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with the California Historical Landmarks Advisory Committee, and the Department of Public Works.