Jacob City
Headframe Ruins
State: Utah
County: Tooele County
Founded: 1863
Abandoned: 1880s
Peak Population: 500
Jacob City was a silver mining town above Ophir at nearly 8,000 feet elevation. The dramatic wooden headframe ruins are a popular photography destination. Access requires a hike from Ophir.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer-Fall
Difficulty: Moderate (hiking)
Time Needed: 3-4 hours
Quick Facts
- Dramatic headframe
- 8,000 feet elevation
- Hike from Ophir
Location
Address: Jacob City, UT (near Ophir)
Coordinates: 40.4, -112.3