Belmont bustled with energy post its silver boost in 1865, but as soon as the mines dried out its inhabitants abandoned the town. Today, this ghost town is a favored tourist attraction for those seeking history. The winding roads across the small town are dotted with saloons and shops that once saw chatter. The town's courthouse still stands free of any major decay making it a popular sightseeing spot. Apart from stories, the landscape that includes vistas of the Toquima Mountains add to the panoramic beauty of this lost town.
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Located off Nevada State Route 267 in Nye County in the state of Nevada, Bonnie Claire is an old mining town. All that remains of this abandoned town are walls and foundations made of stone. Set close to the Death Valley National Park, Bonnie Claire is situated next to a lake bed that is known to have dried up a long time ago. Take a stroll along the dry lake and you will find the geological phenomenon known as sailing stones. These stones are known to roll along the smooth floor leaving a trail behind.
