Ghost Town
White Pine County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Two adjacent silver boomtowns atop an 8,000-ft ridge that held 15,000 people in 1869. Courthouse ruins, stone walls, and a dramatic mountain setting make this exceptional.
| Region | White Pine County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 39.2530, -115.4864 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1868-1887 |
| Peak Pop. | 15,000 |
| Elevation | 8,000 ft |
| Access | High clearance 4WD |
| Fee | Free |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.