Nevada Ghost Towns & Beyond

Valley of Fire state park opened in 1934, named for the brilliant red colors at sunset. Although known for its beautiful rock formations and big horned sheep, the park has a wealth of history for visitors to explore, including CCC Cabins, petroglyphs, and the grave of a Civil War Veteran. But did you know there was a second set of cabins, the Buena Vista CCC Cabins? What are the spiral ... VIEW POST

Now an obscure ghost town, Blind Spring Hill was once a major producer in Mono County. At one time, 1,000 miners lived on their claims or in boarding houses. Early mining in the White Mountains The short-lived mining camp of Montgomery City started in the early 1860s when prospectors found rich silver float along the western slope of the White Mountains. The finds attracted miners from ... VIEW POST

For over 170 years, Benton, California, has provided weary travelers with accommodations, supplies, and relaxing hot springs. It started as a station stop and became a supply and milling center for Blind Spring Hill mines. Benton still welcomes travelers with therapeutic waters and historical charm. Benton Native Americans were the first to use the hot springs west of the White Mountains. ... VIEW POST

The Sacramento Mill in Mono County, California, was initially worked by prospectors from Mexico in the 1870s. A variety of companies worked in the mine for over a century. While production was minimal, they had enough hope to construct and aerial tram from the mine to the mill. Sacramento Mine Prospectors from Mexico worked the Sacramento Mill in the 1870s. They carried ore on their ... VIEW POST