Gold Point
Sheriff's Ghost Town
State: Nevada
County: Esmeralda County
Founded: 1880
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 2,000
Gold Point is kept alive by longtime Sheriff Herb Robbins who bought most of the town and restores buildings. You can rent historic cabins to stay overnight in this authentic ghost town. About 7 residents remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Spring-Fall
Difficulty: Moderate
Time Needed: 2 hours or overnight
Quick Facts
- Sheriff restores buildings
- Rent ghost town cabins
- ~7 residents
Location
Address: Gold Point, NV
Coordinates: 37.3667, -117.3667