Ghosts of Goldfield and Tonopah
Ghosts of Goldfield and Tonopah

Author: Janice Oberding

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2015-06-08

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1625854781

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Meet the prospectors, forlorn widows, and other spirits who haunt the historic remnants of Nevada's former boomtowns—includes photos! In the throes of early financial disaster, the Silver State had little to entice newcomers—or discourage residents from leaving. Jim Butler’s silver discovery at Tonopah changed everything. With a subsequent gold discovery near Goldfield, the rush was on, and from these burgeoning mines, Nevada’s early leaders amassed their wealth and power. In this fascinating book, paranormal historian Janice Oberding shares firsthand accounts of ghostly encounters in the Goldfield and Mizpah Hotels and uncovers the history behind the mysterious cowboy ghost, the haggard hitchhiker, and other eerie local tales.

Haunted Nevada
Haunted Nevada

Author: Janice Oberding

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2013-08-11

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0811712389

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The Silver State's most bizarre and creepy stories of paranormal activity, including . . . The Lost City outside Las Vegas Lynching apparitions on downtown Reno's Wedding Ring Bridge The haunted Goldfield Hotel The cursed airbase in Tonopah Apparitions of celebrities at Cal Neva Resort in Lake Tahoe, including Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, and gangster Sam Giancana

The Big Book of Nevada Ghost Stories
The Big Book of Nevada Ghost Stories

Author: Janice Oberding

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2023-08-01

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13: 1493073478

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Time has all but forgotten the tragic tales of those who have passed through Nevada, but their spirits remain. As arguably the most haunted state in the nation, Nevada has more than its share of ghosts with intriguing stories and historical connections. Among them is the unfortunate gangster, Bugsy Siegel who died in Beverly Hills only to return to his old stomping grounds, the Flamingo Las Vegas; Julia Bulette, the ill-fated prostitute who was slaughtered in her bed on a cold January morning in 1867; and the many haunted houses in Reno, their owners forever tied to their homes, refusing to depart.

Ghost Towns of the West
Ghost Towns of the West

Author: Philip Varney

Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN)

Published: 2017-04-11

Total Pages: 339

ISBN-13: 0760350418

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"Ghosts Towns of the West is the essential guidebook to the glory days of the Old West! Ghost Towns of the West blazes a trail through the dusty crossroads and mossy cemeteries of the American West, including one-time boomtowns in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. The book reveals the little-known stories of long-dead soldiers, American Indians, settlers, farmers, and miners. This essential guidebook to the historic remains of centuries' past includes maps, town histories, color and historical photographs, and detailed directions to these out-of-the-way outdoor museums of the West. Plan your road trips by chapter--each section covers a geographic area and town entries are arranged by location to make this the most user-friendly book on ghost towns west of the Mississippi. Ghost towns are within a short drive of major cities out West, and they make excellent day trip excursions. If you happen to be in or near Los Angeles, Phoenix, Las Vegas, or El Paso, for example, you ought to veer towards the nearest ghost town. Western ghost towns can also easily be visited during jaunts to national parks, including Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Crater Lake, Mount Rainier, Glacier, Yellowstone, and many others throughout the West. Ghost Towns of the West is a comprehensive guide to former boomtowns of the American West, covering ghost towns in eleven states from Washington to New Mexico, and from California to Montana. This book has everything you need to learn about, visit, and explore a modern remnant of how life used to be on the Western range"--

Ghost Gold
Ghost Gold

Author: Oren Arnold

Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing

Published: 2019-11-01

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1839740213

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Ghost Gold, first published in 1954, is the story of Arizona’s Superstition Mountain and the Lost Dutchman Mine, a legendary mine containing a rich gold deposit (whether or not the mine does in fact exist remains an unanswered question). In a fascinating look at the mine’s history, author Oren Arnold (1900-1980) recounts the known facts and legends about the exploration and ‘discovery’ of the mine and the fate of some its the notable personalities (such as the “Lost Dutchman” himself—Jakob Walz). Included are 8 pages of illustrations. Author Oren Arnold was an authority on the lore of the West and wrote more than 20 books and many magazine articles.

Haunted Southern Nevada Ghost Towns
Haunted Southern Nevada Ghost Towns

Author: Heather Leigh

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2022-08-22

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1439675694

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Discover what life was like in the heyday of the abandoned mines that dot the Nevada landscape, now host to the spirits of those who lost their lives in pursuit of gold, silver, and salt. Step into the Silver State's past, where the echoes of once-thriving boomtowns and mining operations reverberate through the desert to this day. Explore the remnants of a drowned town exposed by the receding waters of Lake Mead, and an abandoned pet cemetery sure to send chills down your spine. The bones of prehistoric creatures lie beside the former residents of Berlin, and in Goodsprings, reports of ghostly celebrity sightings stir up excitement. Join author Heather Leigh on a journey through the eerie history of Nevada's ghost towns.

Ghost Towns of Death Valley
Ghost Towns of Death Valley

Author: Robert P. Palazzo

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1467132276

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Although the Death Valley area is sparsely populated, it once was home to a good many towns, some of which not only have disappeared from the desert but also from history. Even though the name "Death Valley" itself evokes dark and foreboding images devoid of life, there was a surprising number of towns that did exist in or near the 3.4 million acres that comprise Death Valley National Park. Many had the amenities of larger cities, and some thrived before being deserted and melting back into the desert. The visual record of many of these towns and their occupants is featured in this book.

Moon Nevada
Moon Nevada

Author: Scott Smith

Publisher: Moon Travel

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 629

ISBN-13: 164049202X

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Whether you're an adventure junkie, road-tripper, or card shark, Nevada has something for you. Pull off the perfect trip to the Silver State with Moon Nevada. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for road-trippers, campers, skiers, and more The best road trips through Nevada, from three days on "the loneliest road in America" to a week covering Death Valley and the Extraterrestrial Highway, plus detailed information on travel times, distances, and directions The top sights and unique experiences: Explore caves and glaciers at Great Basin National Park, or go fishing, swimming, or boating on Lake Tahoe or Lake Mead. Marvel at the Hoover Dam, camp at a secluded alpine lake, and experience the authentic Wild West in a ghost town saloon. Try your hand at a slot machine and eat your way through an epic Las Vegas buffet, or visit one of Nevada's major festivals and shop for local turquoise jewelry in a Gold Rush town Local tips from longtime Nevadan Scott Smith on where to stay, when to go, and how to get around, plus advice for families with children and travelers with disabilities Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Thorough background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture Focused coverage of Reno, Las Vegas, Death Valley, Tahoe, Central Nevada, Elko, the Ruby Mountains, and more With Moon Nevada's practical tips and local insight, you can plan your trip your way. Spending more time at the lake? Try Moon Tahoe. Headed to the parks? Try Moon Yosemite National Park or Moon Death Valley National Park.

Haunted Places
Haunted Places

Author: Dennis William Hauck

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 500

ISBN-13: 9780142002346

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Describes over 2,000 sites of supernatural occurances in the United States, including places visited by ghosts, UFOs, and unusual creatures.