Archaeological discoveries

Are there any places or things named after Hernando de Soto?

Places:

- De Soto National Memorial, located in Bradenton, Florida, commemorates the landing of Hernando de Soto and his expedition in the area in 1539.

- De Soto National Forest, located in Mississippi, is named after Hernando de Soto.

- De Soto County, located in Mississippi, is also named after Hernando de Soto.

- De Soto Parish, located in Louisiana, is named after Hernando de Soto.

- Soto Canyon, located in the Grand Canyon, Arizona, is named after Hernando de Soto.

- Soto Creek, located in Florida, is named after Hernando de Soto.

Things:

- De Soto's Oak, located in Tallahassee, Florida, is a live oak tree that is believed to have been used by Hernando de Soto as a lookout point during his expedition.

- De Soto's Landing, located in Tampa, Florida, is a historic site that marks the spot where Hernando de Soto first landed in Florida.

- De Soto's Trail, located in Florida, is a hiking trail that follows the route of Hernando de Soto's expedition through the state.

- The De Soto Expedition Center, located in Tampa, Florida, is a museum and research center dedicated to the history of Hernando de Soto and his expedition.

- The De Soto Heritage Festival, held annually in Bradenton, Florida, celebrates the history of Hernando de Soto and his expedition.