This is the oldest wagon on our ranch. It is one of the few with wood wheels. It sat in our "Bone Yard" since retiring from service. Thankfully Firefighters saved it when a fire broke out in that area. We are in the process of stabilizing and relocating it to our house. ... VIEW POST
Recent Ghost Towns & Travel Updates
Rockland, Nevada
In 1869, Mr. Keane of Pine Grove discovered gold in a rocky mountainous area several miles miles to the southeast of Pine Grove. In 1870 the Rockland Mill was constructed and Rockland had a population of 100-150. Rockland had multiple stores, a hotel, post office, an express office and of course the obligatory multiple saloons. "The fire was kindled by the hand of a malicious and ... VIEW POST
Gouge Eye, Nevada
Travel Update: Full Post to Follow Fifteen years after my first visit to Gouge Eye there is still almost no information on the former town. Gouge Eye is not listed in any of my reference books. I found only 2 mentions of Gouge Eye online. A Humboldt County site said Gouge Eye existed in the county at some point in time. And a Humboldt County genealogy site mentions Gouge Eye as a location ... VIEW POST
Hind’s (Nevada) Hot Springs, Nevada
Nevada Hot Springs, Nevada. Founded in 1863. Formerly known as Hind's Hot Springs from 1863-1907. In 1863 J.C. Hinds purchased land on the north west slope of Smith Valley. The location was situated on the main road connecting the regional northern and southern towns. To the north was Dayton, Como, Palmyra and Fort Churchill. To the south was Fletcher, Aurora and Bodie. The location had natural ... VIEW POST
Kirkwood Inn and Saloon, California
Kirkwood Inn and Saloon was built in 1864 by Zachary Kirkwood. It is situated on the border of 2 counties. History says that during prohibition, Kirkwood had a bar on wheels so it could be moved from county to county to avoid law enforcement. This was also handy to avoid taxes and discovery of the slot machine hidden in the kitchen. After 156 years, Kirkwood is still a popular restaurant and ... VIEW POST