Hunter, Nevada facts for kids
Hunter is a ghost town in Elko County, Nevada. A ghost town is a place where most people have left, and it's mostly empty now. Hunter was once a busy mining town.
The Story of Hunter
Early Discoveries
In 1871, people found valuable metals like lead and silver in the Hunter area. This discovery made the town grow. More people came hoping to find their fortune.
A Busy Town
By 1877, Hunter was a lively place. It even had its own post office. The town had about 40 to 50 homes. There were also six saloons, a blacksmith shop, and several restaurants and stores.
Mining and Growth
The mines in Hunter produced a lot of valuable material. In 1872, they produced about $208,000 worth of metals. This was a lot of money back then! The discovery of more ore in the area attracted even more attention.
The town's population reached its highest point in 1877, with about 80 people living there. Even though the mines were not very active in 1884, they became busy again by 1905.
The End of Hunter
The early 1900s marked the beginning of the end for Hunter. Over time, people moved away as the mines became less profitable. Today, only the ruins of an old smelter remain. These ruins are a reminder of the town that once stood there.
