National and State Register

Everhardt Ranch / Herzman Ranch

Jefferson County

The Everhardt Ranch is one of the most significant historic properties in the Evergreen area.  The original homesteader, Johnny Everhardt, was the first white settler.

A black and white photo of the cabin with broad log walls and gabled roof.

Everhardt Ranch / Herzman Ranch

Circa 1890, after a crippling accident, the property was sold to the Herzman family who cared for Everhardt until his death.  The most prominent buildings remaining on the property are a circa 1885 1½ -story log residence and a circa 1870 log barn.