Rhyolite ghost town
Beatty, NV
The ruins of a 1900s gold boom town, including a house built from bottles, next to the ghostly sculptures of the Goldwell Open Air Museum.
- Nearest town
- Beatty, NV
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 36.9003, -116.8284
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May and December. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Motorhome stopover · BeattyMotorhome stopover4 mi from Rhyolite ghost townMotorhomes
- Space Station RV ParkMotorhome stopover4 mi from Rhyolite ghost townMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Beatty RV ParkMotorhome stopover7 mi from Rhyolite ghost townMotorhomes
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FAQs
Where is Rhyolite ghost town?
Rhyolite ghost town is in Beatty, NV, at GPS 36.9003, -116.8284. It is about 27 mi from Stovepipe Wells.
Can you camp near Rhyolite ghost town?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Space Station RV Park, about 4 mi away; within 25 mi there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Rhyolite ghost town?
Rhyolite ghost town is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Extraterrestrial Highway and Nevada ghost towns.
What is there to see near Rhyolite ghost town?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes (26 mi), Mosaic Canyon (29 mi), Golden Canyon (33 mi) and Zabriskie Point (33 mi).
When is the best time to visit Rhyolite ghost town?
The most pleasant months are usually April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)