Travel Update: Full Post to Follow These are the photos from my 2007 stay at Belmont. I will write a full post later. I hope to return and re-photograph. Belmont is one of my favorite ghost towns. I hope the historic Belmont Inn Bed & Breakfast will be open. Visited 9-2007, 2002 ... VIEW POST
Recent Ghost Towns & Travel Updates
Birthday Card 2020
My mini me drew me a card this week for my birthday. I might need to change my name to “Ghost Town Girl”. I am truly loved by her ... VIEW POST
Thompson, Nevada
With the mining boom in Mason and Smith Valleys, a smelter was needed to process copper ore. The location was selected at the north end of Mason Valley to the east of the Sigatse Range. Mason Valley Mines Company began construction in 1910. The first smelter went online in 1912 and could process 700-1000 tons of copper ore per day. A second 500 ton smelter was constructed in ... VIEW POST
Mono Mill Fire Threat
The Mono Mill is under threat due to lightening caused fire. This includes the beautifully preserved 10 stamp mill, bunk house and unique double ore bin. Most ore bins are set side by side while these face each other. The entire area has been evacuated. I’m so glad we had to opportunity to visit twice this year. ... VIEW POST
Mt. Bullion Town Trip
I hope everyone had a great weekend! It's still crazy smoky in Northern Nevada. It's makes for blah photos so I scouted yesterday and today. I found the schoolhouse I have been looking for in Washoe Valley. Plus the historic Twaddle -Pedroli Ranch. I think I will wait until fall for when the aspen leaves change. Today was a girl trip to Mt. Bullion town site. I found what looks like some ... VIEW POST
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