Ghost Town
Nye County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
One of the West's most photogenic ghost towns — ballooned to 10,000 residents during the 1905 Death Valley gold rush then collapsed just as fast. The three-story Cook Bank, Bottle House (50,000 beer bottles), and train depot are iconic ruins.
| Region | Nye County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.9038, -116.8292 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Peak Pop. | 10,000 (1907) |
| Era | 1905-1911 |
| Access | Paved road |
| 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.