Evergreen Basin could have been Evergreen's big break for a sizable ski

area. Initial plans called for seven Riblet double chairs, the order was

actually placed with the ski lift company. The main lift line was cut in the

summer of 1965 as well as two runs from the summit. The area's

construction came to a halt after the Forest Service claimed the owner

was cutting trails partly on National Forest land and not his private

ranch. They had the option to resurvey the land, but with on going court

case the plans were cancelled.



The area was located off of Brook Forest Road in Evergreen off of

Highway 73. The area is still located on private property.



Here were the plans for Evergreen Basin:

