Unionville
Mark Twain's Failure
State: Nevada
County: Pershing County
Founded: 1861
Abandoned: 1870s
Peak Population: 1,500
Unionville was a silver mining town where a young Mark Twain lived and failed to strike it rich in 1861-62. He wrote about it in 'Roughing It.' About 20 people live here now. The Old Pioneer Garden B&B operates in the town.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Spring-Fall
Difficulty: Moderate (gravel road)
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Mark Twain lived here
- Described in 'Roughing It'
- ~20 residents
Location
Address: Unionville, NV
Coordinates: 40.45, -117.7333