Candelaria
Stone Ruins
State: Nevada
County: Mineral County
Founded: 1864
Abandoned: 1940s
Peak Population: 1,500
Candelaria was a silver mining town that peaked at 1,500 residents. Several impressive stone buildings survive. The town had an unusual cemetery arrangement where Chinese, Paiute, Mexican, and Anglo sections were separated.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Spring-Fall
Difficulty: Moderate (remote)
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Stone buildings
- Segregated cemetery
- 1,500 at peak
Location
Address: Candelaria, NV
Coordinates: 38.0833, -118.05