On 12 April 1867, President Brigham Young wrote a letter to Ira Hinckley asking him to "take charge" of building a fort on Cove Creek.

Now a popular visitor's center, this 1867 wilderness way station was once a strategic link in the chain of settlements established by Latter-day Saint pioneers. Cove Fort was built to provide safety and rest, nourishment and comfort. It was operated by good Samaritans who gave succor to those in need. Hunger was satisfied here. Comfort and hope were spoken.

Today Cove Fort stands as a way station---not a shelter from physical fatigue or protection from the elements... but a spiritual way station where visitors can be reminded of the faith of their forefathers, a faith rooted in work, provident living, self sufficiency, and family unity.

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