Nevershine Hollow facts for kids

Nevershine Hollow is a beautiful valley located in Beaver County, Utah. It's found to the east of the South Hills. The lowest part of the valley is about 6,165 feet (1,879 meters) above sea level. The highest part, called its 'head,' reaches about 6,500 feet high. This upper part is located north of Beaver Ridge.

A Journey Through Time: The History of Nevershine Hollow

Nevershine Hollow played an important role in travel during the 1800s. It became part of a new, easier route for wagons.

Old Trails and New Paths

Before 1855, travelers used difficult routes like the original Old Spanish Trail and the Mormon Road. These paths often went through tough areas, including the Black Mountains.

The 1855 Cutoff Route

In 1855, a new "cutoff" route was created. This path was much friendlier for wagons. It started near Beaver, Utah, which was about three miles east of the old crossing point at modern Greenville, Utah.

The new route led wagons through the easier terrain of Nevershine Hollow. From there, it continued over Beaver Ridge. Finally, it went into the canyon of Fremont Wash and ended at Muley Point. This made journeys much smoother for pioneers and traders.