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Ophir: A Gem of a Town in Utah History June 1, 2015, 1:13 pmOphir is a small town that boasted 23 residents during the 2000 US sensus. This little gem, nestled in the Oquirrh Mountains, is a small, green oasis. The little mining town is unspoiled by modern population growth. Ophir was discovered by U.S. Army soldiers in 1865 when the soldiers noticed the local Indians were using bullets made of silver. The soldiers found the source and proceeded to dispatch the Indians. In 1870, the official name of Ophir was selected after the biblical name of King Solomon's mines. During the cities boom years, many ornate homes and buildings were constructed. After the silver source was exhausted, eventually the area was all but abandoned, except for a few pioneer families. Today you can visit this beautiful town and enjoy a picnic in the town park under the many shady trees. Ophir is listed on many websites and listings including Utah Ghost Towns. The community news source for Eagle Mountain Utah, Saratoga Springs Utah, Lehi Utah, American Fork Utah, Highland Utah, Alpine Utah, and The Cedar Valley, including Cedar Fort Utah and Fairfield Utah. Copyright 2025 The Crossroads Journal LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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