Wellington. Following the mining boom in the Aurora District in 1860, Jack Wright and Leonard Hamilton built a bridge across the West Walker River and established a stage station at this location.  Wagons and stages were repaired and horses shod.  The station soon became a trading center for nearby ranches and farms.In 1863, Daniel Wellington bought Wright and Hamilton’s interests and the place became known as “Wellington’s Station”.  The Wellington Hotel, located about a half mile south of the station, was constructed by wagonmaster Zadok Pierce in 1875.  Over the years it has served as a livery stable, freight station, general store, and post office.