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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.

Though unimaginably profitable, Delamar quickly became known as “The Widowmaker.” When the gold was crushed and processed, it created a toxic silica dust. When miners working in the mines and mills breathed it in, they often developed silicosis, meeting untimely deaths.

A favorite ghost town among Nevadans, Hamilton and Treasure City once ushered in $20 million dollars in silver. Today, it’s considered to have been one of the purest silver discoveries in the state.

One of the Nevada ghost town greats so legendary it drew the likes of Mark Twain himself, a historic cemetery, old mining ruins and the great backroads that lead to Aurora are must-dos when exploring the Walker River Corridor, nearby Bodie Ghost Town, and the eastern Sierra.

Rhyolite is one of the most photographed ghost towns in the West. Stop in during your Free-Range Art Highway adventure to find out why.

Get off the interstate and check out Unionville, one of Nevada’s coolest ghost towns. Here, you’ll have a chance to explore this fantastically historic mining town, and get a closer look at killer ruins like one of Mark Twain’s cabins

Is there a better way of grabbing onto Nevada’s storied silver rush, than to experience a place that sprung to life because of it? Not far from the eastern Nevada town of Ely, a visit to Cherry Creek is a must for any ghost town lovers out there. #NVGhostTown

An incredible little reservoir not far from Ely, Illipah is a perfect high desert escape with great fishing and camping, and in close proximity to the area’s best ghost towns, too.

Found in the heart of Goodsprings Ghost Town, the oldest bar in southern Nevada offers a century’s worth of colorful tales and delectable Food Network-featured food and drink.

Like many historic cities in the Silver State, the grand, bustling city of Belmont has dwindled into one of the state’s more iconic ghost towns. Positioned north of Tonopah, and the additional living ghost town of Manhattan, lies the fascinating remains of Belmont.