The number one question I receive is: “What is the best ghost town in Nevada?” I can't pick only one; each ghost town is unique in ruins, history, and visitor experience. Nevada is a vast state, larger than many countries. Over 600 ghost towns cover the state, not including smaller mining camps or other historical sites. Below are my favorite ghost towns in northwest Nevada. These are what ... VIEW POST
For my annual birthday ghost town trip, I chose Elko County. I have visited several times, including Jarbridge and Tuscorora, but didn't get a good chance to explore. Austin of Nevada Expeditions and I met partway and headed east. We spent 4 days exploring Elko County along with a few outlying ghost towns. Betty O'Neal Miners from Lewis found ore in 1881, and the Betty O'Neal mine was ... VIEW POST
Set against dramatic petroglyph-covered cliffs is the 133-year-old Kane Springs Ranch and the Huntsman Cabin. It is a popular destination for explorers who visit the abandoned rock cabin and unique petroglyphs depicting men in cowboy hats riding horses and wagons. Who were the people who once called this remote cabin home? How did Emeline Huntsman become the legendary "Lady of the ... VIEW POST
The first ghost town of 2025 was Upper Pyramid AKA Jonesville and Pyramid City. It has been on my radar for some time, but I never made it, even though it isn't far from Reno. Honey Badger is back! It's a long story involving 3 engines in a year and a half. The third time is the charm, and it is working great. Unfortunately, a check engine light came on the day after she got home. Not wanting ... VIEW POST
It has been a crazy but amazing year! I visited 302 ghost towns and historic sites between January 3rd and December 30th. Over 13,000 miles, not including local places and all the times I forgot to turn on my Garmin. Plus 2,000 rounds at Thunder Ranch and at least 1,000 at the range. I can't wait to see what 2025 brings! Where do you think Tami will visit? How many rounds will I go through? ... VIEW POST
Bodie may have been rich in gold but lacked other resources, including lumber. Carson City's mills were expected to fill only two-thirds of Bodies lumber orders. William Cross, better known as Buffalo Bill, was a local character in the Mono Basin. He was well-heeled and educated but chose to survive off the land. Buffalo Bill was rugged, standing 6 feet ... VIEW POST
