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With around 100 zip-coded locales to its 600+ ghost towns, Nevada actually has more historic mining camps and bygone boomtowns than actual populated cities and towns. Where the Ghosts Live […]

The Silver State is home to more ghost towns than actual populated ones. YEAH. And lucky for you, some of the best ones are practically in your backyard. Next time you’re in need of a frighteningly good day trip—and if you ain’t afraid of no ghosts—pack up the car and head for these eight ghost towns near Las Vegas.

Out of More than 600, Here are a Few of Our Faves Ghost town guru or not, Nevada makes it easy to get in on this fascinating, immersive chapter of […]

If there is any better feeling than the second those tires leave the pavement, you drop off grid with friends, and spend the day digging through places that made the Silver State well, the Silver State… someone kindly loop me in. #NVGhostTown

In the mood for some spirited sightseeing? Believe it or not, our state is home to more ghost towns than actual populated ones. And a bunch of these time-tested beauties are yours for exploring if you’ve got a few free hours and a sense of adventure. Next time you’re in need of a frighteningly good field trip, pack up and point your car in the direction of these seven ghost towns outside of Reno.

In a state with more than 600 ghost towns—a place with more ghost towns than any other state in the U.S., by the way—Delamar manages to stand out, thanks to its wildly lucrative and deadly mining history.

From historic mining cabins and backcountry yurts to haunted hotels and beyond, places to stay around here are far from average. Bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to overnight it in memory-maker mode.

As a perfect example of turn of the century Nevada mining camps, this #NVGhostTown has managed to survive better than others based on its remote proximity. Live by the Dirt Road Code and explore this four story historic mill site and surrounding structures part of this historic Nevada Ghost Town.

A true 20th century gold mining town with the Midas touch, make this “living” ghost town part of your Cowboy Corridor discoveries.

Don’t get us wrong. We cherish all our pristine scenery, world-class cuisine, and picture-perfect destinations. But also our clown-themed motels, car forests, and alien-themed highways. If you agree with us that quirks equal perks, come embrace your inner oddball at these #WeirdNevada wonders beyond our metros.