The remnants of Nevada’s abandoned boomtowns and settlements are scattered across the desert, if you know where to look. Experts say that Nevada has up to 600 ghost towns throughout the state. Many ...

These five former boomtowns invite you to step into the state’s mining history On the northern edge of the Mojave Desert sits the remnants of a former boomtown. There, visitors are greeted by the ...

If you’re headed out of Las Vegas, Rhyolite is a must‑see ghost town. Founded in 1905 after Shorty Harris struck gold, it boomed to 5,000 people, with 50 saloons and an opera house. Mines folded by ...

GOLD POINT, Nev. -- Sheriff Herb Robbins heads toward a deserted saloon, eager to investigate the commotion echoing from the old wooden building. There are no wild bar fights, no sleeping drunks, just ...

Nevada’s most unusual landmarks aren’t found in its biggest cities. According to a recent list from WorldAtlas, the state’s strangest stops are scattered across remote highways and desert towns — from ...

Years ago, Laureen and I sat down to watch the 2001 film "3,000 Miles to Graceland" one evening. Not sure why, but we are fans of Kevin Costner and Kurt Russell and decided to give it a shot. We like ...

The World Atlas list of the Seven Most Overlooked Nevada Towns for 2025 named rural towns from all across the state. It ...

These Five Former Boomtowns Invite You To Step Into the State’s Mining History On the northern edge of the Mojave Desert sits the remnants of a former boomtown. There, visitors are greeted by the ...

Explore Belmont and Tonopah’s mining history, ruins, and hot springs on a starry desert adventure. Join Outdoor Nevada host Connor Fields as he explores Nevada’s past in Belmont and Tonopah. With a ...