Originally called Lime Point, then Hornsilver for its high-grade silver ore. Renamed Gold Point in the 1930s when gold became dominant. One of the best-preserved ghost towns in southern Nevada — a privately maintained living museum with dozens of original buildings still standing.
Field facts
| Region | Esmeralda County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.3546, -117.3651 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1880s-1940s |
| Access | Paved + short dirt |
| Structures | Dozens of original buildings |
| Source | desert4wd.com (34 photos) |
| Peak Pop. | ~1000 (1908) |
| Fee | Free (lodging extra) |
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