Travel & Stories by NVTami
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
Northeastern Nevada – Ruby Valley & Beyond On this trip, one day I ventured into the beautiful Ruby Valley region and surrounding areas of Elko County. From historic ranches and stage stations to early military posts and mountain scenery, this route offered a wonderful mix of ranching history, pioneer stories, and remote Nevada landscapes. On the way home, I followed the Eureka & ... VIEW POST
July 4th 2026 – Ely Area Camping Adventure Over the July 4th weekend in 2026, I based myself in Ely and enjoyed a relaxed camping trip exploring the beautiful mountains and historic mining districts of White Pine County. From ghost towns and old smelters to hot springs and scenic backroads, this area delivered spectacular scenery and plenty of Nevada history. Yankee Blade We explored ... VIEW POST
Santa Clara is one of Nevada’s lesser-known ghost towns. Its short lifespan and remoteness have helped preserve the ruins — multiple sturdy rock foundations still stand against the elements. Reaching Santa Clara requires a dedicated ghost-towner willing to brave elevation gain, scramble over rocks, push through wild rose thickets, avoid poison hemlock, and contend with the infamous Mormon ... VIEW POST
In the hills of Lyon County, east of the Virginia Range, lies the quiet ghost town of Talapoosa. Like many Nevada mining districts, it promised riches but delivered only modest success and eventual obscurity. Prospectors from Virginia City discovered silver in the area in 1863, naming the district after the Tallapoosa River in Alabama. Talapoosa was considered one of the most important mines ... VIEW POST
In the remote high desert of northeastern Nevada, Ruby Valley holds one of the state’s most evocative frontier stories. Long before ranches dotted the landscape, the Western Shoshone called the valley home. It served as a vital corridor for the Pony Express, Overland Stage, and emigrant trails. Yet it was also a place of tension, where cultures collided and the U.S. Army established Fort Ruby in ... VIEW POST
