After living in Nevada for almost a decade, we finally made it to the ghost town and mine. Highly highly recommend making a reservation. They will sell out, especially on the weekends. We made a reservation for a Friday tour a few days beforehand. Thankfully, we did because it was sold out. To make sure you are putting in the correct address just copy and paste directly from the business website. It was actually very easy to get there. Once you arrive, there is parking right in front of the general store and across the street. The location literally looks like it's out of a movie. In fact, several movies were filmed here, including 3000 miles to Graceland. Be sure to check in once you arrive and they will tell you where to wait for the tour. It is $20 each. They do take cash or card. There is a gift shop as well as some food and drinks for purchase. While you wait for your tour, you can look around the grounds which has old buildings as well as vehicles and other points of interest. The tour starts outside of the general store where the tour guide tells you some basic information. You then move inside for another presentation with photos and videos. The walk to the mine is roughly about a quarter mile. It is an easy walk, but it is not paved. The temperature inside the mine is about 68°. They do advise you to bring a light jacket, but I don't think one was really necessary. You spend roughly an hour inside the mine. The tour guide will show you different tools and actually use them and point out different types of rocks and mining techniques. It was very informational, but also fun at the same time. I highly recommend for all ages! read more

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I visited Nelson Ghost Town for the mine tour and really enjoyed the experience. Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and shared so many interesting stories about the history of the area. The inside of the mine was so cool to see. It gets pretty cold down there, so definitely bring a jacket. The tour itself is very affordable and makes for a fun, unique activity with family. Overall, it's a great way to spend the day, especially if you enjoy history and something a little different from the usual Vegas activities. read more

Nelson Nevada Ghost Town - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Nelson, Nevada

The most interesting "piles of junk" I've ever seen [Nelson NV] This place was pretty cool! An easy but remote drive proximity to Las Vegas and it's not really a ghost town since there were residents living there. We spent a little over an hour visually exploring and admiring the weathered buildings, vintage cars, and antique artifacts. We also enjoyed the beautiful Mojave Desert views. If the gift shop is open you have to pay a small fee ($1). If it's closed you may not explore the area and huge signs will tell you to move on. During our visit we encountered a photo shoot going on as the place is filled with plenty of photo ops of relics of the past plus the backdrop of the Nevada desert enhances the landscape. We did our own non-professional photo shoot LoL! If you're fascinated with the Old West you might want to visit this historic landmark in Eldorado Canyon the next time you're in Vegas. Nelson Ghost Town is accessible year-round, but the weather can significantly affect your experience... best times to visit are during spring and fall. Review #3964 read more

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Super cool ghost town just outside Henderson! Be sure to put this on your go to list, this ghost town has been featured in multiple movies, tv shows and music videos. The location does have electricity and bathrooms and you can grab some bottle waters to stay hydrated. Highly recommend the mine tour, pro tip call ahead and make reservations at least 1 day before as the tours do sell out. Be sure to also drive past the ghost town and it will end at the Colorado river providing epic views read more

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Really unique area to explore outside of Vegas. We arrived on a toasty morning in June and luckily were the only people there around 9am. They give mine tours to groups of 4 or more around 9, 12 & 2 if you get there before those times and let them know/purchase your tour. We did not opt for a tour, but we did pay $1 to walk around and see everything ourselves. We enjoyed the little shop, the cool antique items, and all the buildings and curiosities. A great little escape outside of Vegas and on our way to Laughlin. Not to mention, the family that owns it was really nice. read more

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Cool spot about 40 minutes or so from Vegas...you can walk around and check out the sights for a $1 charge, good deal, and you can spend a fair amount of time here depending on the interest level...they do offer mine tours which last about 90 minutes and are $20 per person...the day we went they were full so I would call and check if this is your interest in going here...several movies have been filmed here in the past, mostly B grade, but you can definitely see the allure to film here...also a short five minute drive to part of the colorado river on the other side of Hoover dam, really cool to see and the weather levels appeared to be relatively full at this spot....would return in future, especially if the mine tour was our reason for going... RECOMMEND read more

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We used an elopement service (elopement Las Vegas) to get married in their chapel and it was PERFECT. Highly recommend! A year later we came back to spend a little more time looking around the gift shop and walking the grounds and enjoying the Mountain Views. This is a fun stop if you enjoy looking at cool old junk. Just be aware they often have weddings going on so you may not be able to access the chapel! Just 10 miles farther down the road is a river look out over the Colorado River to! read more

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Very friendly host, beautiful scenery. Worth the drive! So many options for photo shoots.

Nelson Ghost Town is a fascinating and totally unique experience just outside Las Vegas. I spent hours exploring the property and barely scratched the surface. There are rusted vintage cars, an old gas station, a crashed Navy plane from a movie set, and a general store that feels like stepping into the Old West. I didn't take the mine tour this time, but it's only $20 and sounds like a great reason to come back. This is a perfect spot for photographers, history lovers, or anyone into weird desert finds. Just remember--no cell service, bring water, and show up before sunset for that golden hour magic. read more

Nelson Nevada Ghost Town - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Nelson, Nevada

Mildly interesting, but not worth the drive. I wish I had read the negative reviews beforehand. The entry interaction felt tense, and the staff seemed a bit rude. There's an extra $10 fee just to use a camera, even for personal photos. When we declined the photography fee, we were told we were "taking food off their table," which set an uncomfortable tone for our visit. The signage throughout the property is surprisingly aggressive, with multiple references to "stupid people" and warnings stating unattended children or teenagers would be "shot on sight". This creates a distinctly unwelcoming atmosphere. The experience itself isn't very interactive and doesn't feel much like a town at all. It's primarily old vehicles and displays along the driveway, with only a couple of buildings open. Several areas appeared poorly maintained, with visible debris, broken glass on the ground, and neglected vehicles. Interesting setting, but ultimately a disappointing stop. read more

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Drive less than an hour away outside the LV Strip and you'll find Nelson Ghost Town. Just park along the road and check into the general store. Pay your admission of $2 per person and extra for photo taking. There are cold drinks and light snacks at the store as well. This is private property so don't trespass in the marked areas. The gift shop has a lot of interesting items. We purchased a necklace that was handmade by a local tribe(wish I took a pic) which we bought for my MIL. There's so much to see here and we loved how they weren't crowded. Highly recommend you bring your family. read more

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My second time take the drive out to look at all the cool things out here Lots of fun pictures to take Took my daughter for the first time we walked around looked at all the cool cars and buildings was a nice day wasn't very busy read more

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A Wild West Boomtown Washed Away by Time I was visiting my parents in Las Vegas. Mom was bored, so I suggested a day trip to Nelson Ghost Town, which I had driven through before but never stopped at. Mom was all for it, so we jumped in the car, and off we went! Nelson is about 45 miles from downtown Las Vegas, so it takes about an hour or less to get there. It lies Five miles from the Colorado River. Originally called El Dorado by the Spanish, who discovered it in 1775, the town boomed thanks to Techatticup Mine. The area attracted a unique population because it was rich in gold, silver, copper, and lead. They were mostly Civil War deserters looking for a fresh start. This discovery started one of the biggest mining booms in Nevada's history. The town itself was named after Charles Nelson, a camp leader who was tragically killed in his home by a renegade Native American named Avote in 1897, along with four others. Downstream from Nelson, at the eastern end of Eldorado Canyon, was Nelson's Landing. This small village and port thrived on the Colorado River, where the canyon met Lake Mohave. Unfortunately, disaster struck on September 14th, 1974. A flash flood caused by heavy mountain rains swept through the area. Five channels from the mountains converged into a narrow outlet where Nelson's Landing stood, causing a wall of water and debris estimated to be 40 feet high. The entire landing and village were destroyed, tragically claiming ten lives, including Ted Ducey, a college basketball coach. Unsurprisingly, the Techatticup Mine was a hotbed of conflict. Labor disputes and ownership battles were frequent, often erupting in violence. Murder became a grim reality in this lawless town. Despite the bloodshed and the ever-present threat of floods due to its location, fortune seekers continued to flock to Nelson. However, the town's fate was sealed once the valuable minerals were depleted. Nelson became practically uninhabitable because it was located directly on the path of potential flash floods. Today, what is left of Nelson stands above the flood channels--a few scattered ranch houses, an old Texaco station, and abandoned buildings. However, the landscape has found a new purpose. Nelson's unique atmosphere has attracted photographers, music video producers, and filmmakers. There is a US Navy fighter plane that supposedly crashed in Nelson, but it is not a real wreck! It was left behind from the scene of a 2001 movie called "3000 Miles to Graceland." There are also plenty of other relics, including old cars, mechanical devices, old signs, and more. All the signs that supposedly discourage or threaten potential visitors are what cracks me up. But they are mostly a joke! Many first-time visitors take them seriously. Mom and I parked our car in front of the visitor center (That is what I call it!) and went in to pay. The lady there gave us a quick "Do and don't" shortlist and told us to have fun! They did not even charge us an entrance fee! The visitor center is also a museum. We spent about 20 minutes inside looking at the relics in there. The lady saw us interested, gave us a few hints about what to check around there, and even joked with us. We replied accordingly and had a couple of good laughs. Mom and I spent at least two hours there and had a great time. Mom started posing next to as many relics as possible, and I got it all on camera! By the time we got home in Las Vegas, it was getting dark, and we were still talking about what we had seen and our good times. read more

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We stopped at this out-of-the-way Nelson Ghost Town on a recent day trip to Laughlin. It's only about 10 minutes off the main highway and when we got there we immediately parked in the wrong place. Some of the signs are a little confusing but you enter at the general store. Seems like a local family bought this old gold mine And the surrounding buildings and it just added stuff to it. It's very laid-back and it only cost one dollar if you want to walk around the property. There are all kinds of weird vehicles, crashed airplanes, and if there are at least four people the gentleman who owns the place will take you on a tour of the old gold mine. Unfortunately there were just two of us there that day. They have some cute and antique items for sale in the main general store and then you can go out and walk around the grounds on both sides of the street. "Just watch out for the cactus and the snakes". Some very interesting older cars, a crashed airplane, several old buildings that I'm sure were associated with the gold mine when it was active. Not something I would want to go to all the time but it's definitely worth one trip out there. read more

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I wish I could give a higher rating unfortunately, the staff here was incredibly rude and made my family feel uncomfortable and threatened. I would suggest if you don't want people going to your place not to advertise it. read more

Ehhh nothing to write home about. More like a junkyard with a 2 to 3 cool buildings..cost a dollar per person. Lady running the store very rude and seems to hate men....VERY UNWELCOMING SIGN RIGHT WHEN YOU ENTER. we thought it was a joke till the lady inside just about said the stuff on the sign out loud.. ruined the whole experience. Never going back again. We will however go back to Nelson's landing which is only 5 miles down the road. You can swim in Colorado river.. read more

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A friend of ours asked us to go with them to Nelson, Ghost Town and we said sure, and it was neat to see that they were able to preserve the town like it was read more

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I would say it's a wonderful background for pictures. Lots of fun things to look at. I wouldn't say it was the best ghost town I experienced. The one on Arizona was the best so far. It was goo for our first visit. I wouldn't try and go there again. Nice to have experienced it though. read more

Took a half day trip from Vegas out to Nelson to check out the ghost town. Very interesting place to wander around! Lots of cool old buildings and the antique signs were fun to look out. There's a gift shop there and they sell drinks which came in handy on a hot day (very little shade). I thought the old church was the cutest thing. They offer mine tours, but we did not do that the day we visited. There's really nothing else out there off hwy 165. You can continue past the ghost town a few miles to take a few pics at the Colorado River, but then it's just a loop turnaround back the way you came. We stopped in Henderson on the way back to Vegas for late lunch. Was a fun little adventure. read more

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This was such a fun daytrip from Vegas. I love ghost towns, not those crappy living ghost towns full of crappy touristy shops but legit ones with abandoned buildings and history to learn about. Nelson has both. Sortied history , old buildings . Most of the buildings are closed to enter (an indication of why might appear on several signs about the abundance of stupid people ruining it for everyone). It is a fee area. It's $1 so just stop and pay the fee at the store. They also sell chips and soda, have a public restroom, etc so worth the $1/person fee. They also give you some warnings about dangers in the area (rattlesnakes, cactuses). You can spend as much or as little time as you want. The surrounding views are also amazing. The drive was pretty and if you follow the road a bit past Nelson, it ends at Lake Mead for some pretty views as well. read more

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I am so glad I found this place online prior to our visit. I was really looking forward to it and the experience was beyond my expectations. The drive is about an hour away. The ghost town is nestled in El Dorado Canyon in the city of Searchlight. As soon, as you drive over the hill, a little town pops up. You can park on either side what ever suits you. Be careful when crossing because people do fly down this road. Upon arrival, I remember reading online to ensure stopping by the store before exploring. The mother and daughter who were working the store, were great. I don't recall their names but we found out that they were originally from CA. They told us how they got into antiquing which I thought was pretty cool. The store has more things on display that you can walk around and take in. They have jewelry, stones, and other souvenirs. They do sell some refreshments for a low cost. After checking in at the store, we walked around the grounds and found some really cool things from the past. We took a few pictures and just took in the experience. Unfortunately, I missed the area where the planes were but there are plenty of other photos online that you can check out. They do a mine tour so we will be back to check that out. It was a little hot when we were visiting so decided to skip the tour. As you are driving in, you can see some of the mines which was pretty cool. Lastly, if you drive down past the ghost town a few miles, you will reach the Colorado River. It is beautiful. Definitely stop by to check it out, you do not want to miss it. read more

What an incredible place! We came here for a family wedding. It is a bit of a drive from Vegas, but the view is absolutely stunning. We arrived for the wedding rather early, and I had my 95 year old aunt (the grandmother of the groom) in our car, so needed some place to hang out until the ceremony. As they do weddings here on the hour, it can be a busy place. It was also rather hard to find the actual wedding area, but there are signs that clearly say to check into the store, which we did. So, when I popped into the store, I was given clear instructions about where to park and what we could do until the hour of the wedding and was also invited in to wait on the comfy chairs, which is exactly what we did. The store has a lot of interesting old items that will either prompt conversation among your group or will keep you busy trying to figure out what some of them are. At one point, a couple of teenage girls opened the top freezer of a refrigerator and we saw a whole lot of rattlesnakes (frozen). We did ask and were shown that most of them had their heads cut off. I guess you do really need to be careful out there if you are on a tour of the area here!! The wedding itself was a beautiful ceremony with any incredible view of the area. Highly recommend this place if you don't want to get married actually in Las Vegas! read more

My wife had this on our list to check out while driving from Kingman, AZ to Las Vegas, NV. This is in the middle of nowhere Nevada about 13 miles east of US Route 95. The Eldorado Canyon where the "Ghost Town" is located is a mile or two past the the small town of Nelson, NV. We did not see any services in Nelson, just what appeared to be residential homes. The road from US Route 95 to the "Ghost Town" was paved the entire way. We learned this is a private property which is about 30 minutes south of Henderson/Las Vegas who welcome visitors and photo ops. They own many acres which include about 3 miles of underground mines. They do weddings on the property and they are also used for photo shoots which have included several movies. The owners ask that you check-in at their store and then you are welcome to walk around and take pictures. Stay out of any area that is marked. They have collected MANY cool items and have arranged them throughout their property. Nothing is for sale and while this truly is not a ghost town it is a cool stop to see many different items in a beautiful setting just outside of the city. read more

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From Signs Posted Around Nelson, Nevada "1. Everyone Must Check In At The Store" Clerk Was Quick To Tell Us What Not To Do. "2. This Is Not Disneyland, A Theme Park, Or A Playground" Thanks For Stating The Obvious. "3. Due To An Abundancy of Stupid People, You Can No Longer Just Walk Around Here" Note To Self, Don't Bring Any Friends Or Family With Special Needs, Local(s) Might Be Scared Or Offended "4. This Is Now A Fee Area" No Signs Or Persons Explained What The Fees Were. "5. Parents - Stray Children Or Teenagers Will Be Shot On Sight" Is that Legal ? "6. If We Are Open, Check In At The Store First" Yelps Suggests Nelson, Nevada Is Open 24, Thanks For Repeating Yourself. "7. If We Are Closed Or After Dark - Don't Stop, Go Away" So Much For A Sign reading "Welcome To Nelson, Nevada" "8. Store ###-###-#### Or After Hours ###-###-####" But I Just Read the Words "Go Away" I Know They're Meant To Be Funny. To Me It's Just "Whatever", Eye Roll Funny the First Time. I Went Once, Saw Everything, No Reason To Return Really. I Would Think Most Towns Would Want People To Return, Not Be Labeled As A Ghost Town. read more

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TOURIST TRAP. We were met with signs that we had to pay to visit. My husband and I were expecting a true ghost town, this was not it. To us it looked like someone had collected a bunch of vehicles and trash and threw it on a couple of acres. There are people who live in the "ghost town" which makes it not a ghost town. 10/10 would not recommend if you're looking for a cool old abandoned mining town. read more

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We're locals here but had never taken the short drive out to El Dorado Canyon and the Nelson Mine and Ghost Town. It's a very cool exploration of history, hosted by Wade and Shannon whose family owns the mine and has restored parts of it for touring. Wade and Shannon are laid back, uber-friendly and considerate hosts and curators who share the history of the area, the mine, the development since the 1800s, the disrepair and the preservation efforts with you in a fun, relaxed tour of the property and all the artifacts. For a very reasonable $20 you can get a guided tour of the mine, deep inside the hills surrounding the area which is an awesome experience that brings to light what life must have been like back in the 1800s. The tour is a walking tour and lasts about 11/2 hours - where you will be regaled with history, interesting facts and stories, and see, first-hand, the extensive tunnel system men dug by hand. The hardships they endured are patently obvious as they pursued gold, silver, magnesium, copper and other elements. You can touch the fault line of two tectonic plates that "warred" with each other, creating pressure, stone and formations. Fun little trip for anyone -couples, families or just individual explorers. History comes alive and we are reminded of how good we have it compared to 150 years ago. Great job by Shannon and Wade. read more

Great day trip whether you're a local or tourist. Check in at the front, book a mine tour or half day ATV tour, or just explore the grounds, learn about the history of this little town that was once busier than Las Vegas at one time. Lake Mojave is just a couple miles down the road as well as a few hoodoos off to the right side of the road heading down to the lake. Definite "Hills Have Eyes" vibes here, but it's cool to come down and check it out! ALOHA!!! SHAKA METER: \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ 5 read more

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Super friendly people inside and a very cool place to explore!!! Be respectful and have a good time walking around! read more

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Very disappointed with everything. A ghost town doesn't have old cars and trucks. And other ghost towns allow you to walk inside and see how people lived. This place all buildings were off limits or closed. If you was to see a real ghost town don't go here read more

Nelson Nevada Ghost Town - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Nelson, Nevada

Mood- Playing Tourist Some people dont realize that yes us locals here play tourist. We go on the strip from time to time or to tourist destinations to experience life outside of our daily walks. Nelson Ghost Town was actually called Eldorado in 1775 - However no gold was able to be found only silver at the time. Causing the mine to be abandoned until 1850 at which time the boom came in. GOLD was finally found and prospectors from all over wanted a piece. Because of the nature of the mines killings were a thing that was considered common place. It was so unruly here that the law actually avoided coming to the town. The closest sheriff was over 200 miles away, and they stayed clear. Once the mining ceased in 1940 the town just sat. Until 1994 when The Werlys purchased the entire town. They restored buidings that were on the premises and after many years started conducting tours of the Techatticup Mine - You know if those mine walls could talk " the stories they would tell". I think my fellow Yelper Ryan should come check it out and tell us. The backdrop to this town has been a film location to many movies, and music videos, plus some video games. Movies such as Surviving Apocalypse and of course 3000 Miles to Graceland. Now as most things that are still from the past and allowed to be enjoyed by all there are some stipulations. Since Covid hit, people have disrespected the grounds and caused something that was so cool to now have alot of restrictions. You have to check in, you have to get a permit to take pictures, there are several areas you are not allowed to go inside of anymore - I dont think people understand these are grounds that people actually live on. So be mindful as if it was your Grandmothers House- Someone just recently tried to steal an ATV from the grounds Would most def recommend - pricing is very cheap. Tours require a minimum of 4 people period whether they are in your party or not. Staff are very friendly and full of so much knowledge of the grounds. There are items for sale in the main building where you check in at. Location is 45 mins away from Vegas - Searchlight NV - ample parking. Just park by the check in building first, then they will instruct you to park in other areas. read more

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Rude signs calling visitors stupid greeted us after quite a long drive to visit. Very unfriendly place. We turned right around and left.

Fun Day trip about 40 minutes from Las Vegas/ Henderson. Limited options for drinks/snacks at the store. Store hours can vary so be sure to get out there mid-morning and leave before dusk because the roads are not well lit. Make sure you book the Mine Tour before you go by calling 7022910026. $15 for adults, $10 for kids up to 13 and $13 for kids older than 13. Be sure you have a full tank of gas and watch out for the cactus and rattlesnakes! During COVID, Masks are required in the store. read more

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If you're an explorer like me, you might get bored of Las Vegas and want to take a ride out and see the desert. This was a cute stop that had me feeling like I was in a time warp and landed in an old western movie lol. I lost reception on the way in, but thankfully there's only one road in and out, so it would be quite difficult to get lost here. When I arrived there were signs saying you had to check in at the store, but when I got there, it looked like they weren't enforcing any "check-ins" because the guy was just like "ok" and let me move on with my life lol. I was really happy they actually had a store there because I was parched and able to grab a few drinks to continue my road trip. Across the street from the store they do have a place that sells food, although I did not eat while I was here. If you'd like to do a gold mining tour, you can sign up at the store with the nice gentleman there who runs it. If you need to use the bathroom, they do have an outhouse outside, but make sure you bring hand sanitizer because due to some recent regulations they're not allowed to provide water to wash your hands... Weird I know lol. This is definitely a place you can explore in a half hour or less, but still totally worth seeing and visiting, especially since it's free! Really cool spot and greet for pictures. read more

Wants some free and spooky fun right before Halloween !? This gem is an hour outside of Las Vegas and totally worth a visit. Perfect location for photo shoots! Blown away with all to see here, absolutely loved strolling around. It's dusty so I suggest closes shoes but you'll survive in sandals too. Five plus stars, perfect way I spent my Saturday here and loved every minute. I walked around for over 2h but If you examine everything more in detail you can do longer. read more

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We love history and love searching and visiting old ghost towns as we travel via road trips. Definitely a great place to visit while in Vegas about 40min out. Nice itinerary too add after and on the way from the Hoover Dam should you plan a day trip. But if you choose to stay at the Hoover dam long then make it a separate trip as you probably don't want to visit here when it starts to get dark and they end their tour early as well but you can still walk around. This little town is very small and you can view the whole place in about 30min-1hr unless you like to see everything in details or take awesome photosz then you can probably spend a good 2hrs or so here. Overall, visiting quite a few ghost towns in the past, this is one of the smallest and more limited one but definitely worth a quick visit still. They do have a small outhouse like toilet with water bottles right outside foe handwashing. If you go further pass the ghost town has a small hike trail that leads to the Nelson's Landing cliff jumping. Beautiful beachy like view for a nice picnic. read more

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"Stray children and teenagers will be shot on sight" ...one of the Rules on the Rule list posted at the parking lot and store! Is this friendly or what? Is it even legal as a warning,shooting children..? Ment be funny, Not funny. It Was a nice scenic drive to get here , I was really excited to go too but, the signs had me dissapointed before we were even parked. There are so many authentic western , historical sites to see here but, this was a made up tourist trap. Gentlemen that greeted us in the store was very nice, so 3 stars read more

If you're bored of the casinos and hotel rooms in Las Vegas, a 30 minute drive from Las Vegas is Nelson Ghost Town which I just want to call " Iron cemeteries." A very friendly and knowledgeable husband and wife duo took a 51 Acres of land, previously a coal mine turned ghost town, and took 6 years to restore the place. They have an incredible collection of vintage cars, planes, and hotel signs, that make for great photos. Overall, I very much enjoyed my experience and will definitely be paying them anot when I'm back in Vegas. I highly recommend it to all. read more

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Such a fun time!! The souvenir shop is amazing - we got a whole bunch of beautiful crystals! Thank you - this was a great ending to our stay in Nevada. Please check out all the awesome photos in this post :) definitely stop by if your in Vegas - definitely a hidden GEM! read more

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Nice place to explore. There were 15 weddings on Veteran's day 2022. We hung out from 1pm-830p many places to explore very unique place. read more

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Great fun place to visit. If you're into the whole retro throwback feel then this is the place for you. It's in a very secluded area but I think it's very well worth the drive out (personal opinion). read more