Ghost Town
Elko County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Metropolis was a failed early-1900s farming colony north of Wells; the freestanding stone arch of Lincoln School is the iconic remnant. Open ranch country surrounds foundations, a hotel ruin, and a small cemetery. Easy dirt roads in dry weather; respect private ranch land and leave all masonry in place.
| Region | Elko County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 41.2281, -115.0561 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Feature | Stone arch |
| Era | 1910s |
| Access | Signed dirt roads northwest of Wells / Metropolis area |
| Photogenic | Yes |
| Peak Pop. | ~700-2000 |
| Fee | Free |
| Agency | Mostly private/ranch with public road access to ruins |
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.