Youngs Hill, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Youngs Hill
Former settlement
Youngs Hill Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Yuba County
Elevation	2,707 ft (825 m)

Youngs Hill was once a small community in Yuba County, California. It was a place that grew during the exciting time of the California Gold Rush. Today, it is no longer an active settlement, but its history tells a story of gold and early pioneers.

Youngs Hill: A Gold Rush Story

What Was Youngs Hill?

Youngs Hill was a "former settlement." This means it was once a place where people lived and worked, but it is not a town or city anymore. It was located about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) north-northeast of Camptonville. The area is about 2,707 feet (825 meters) above sea level. Youngs Hill could still be found on maps as late as 1895.

The Gold Discovery

The settlement of Youngs Hill got its name from two brothers, William Young and his brother. They were the ones who first discovered gold in this area in 1852. This discovery was part of the famous California Gold Rush, which brought many people to California hoping to find their fortune.

When gold was found, small communities like Youngs Hill often popped up quickly. Miners would build simple homes and businesses to support the gold-seeking efforts. These places were busy for a while, but if the gold ran out, or people moved to new discoveries, the settlements would often become empty. This is likely what happened to Youngs Hill.