The remnants of Nevada’s abandoned boomtowns and settlements are scattered across the desert, if you know where to look.

Established in 1865 as a Mormon settlement near what is now Overton at ... there is now a sea of sand and brush. The ghost town is close to Las Vegas and accessible via a short hiking trail ...

Affordable Getaways: Budget-friendly escapes near Las Vegas From stunning desert landscapes to historic ghost towns, Southern Nevada offers a variety of low-cost travel destinations. But are ...