Comstock-era mill flat and short-lived townsite just SW of Gold Hill / Virginia City where large reduction mills processed ore from the lode. The historic populated place is gone; ruins and industrial footprints remain on the open flats below the Comstock towns.
Field facts
| Region | Storey County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 39.2707, -119.6663 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | Comstock mill district (1860s–) |
| Role | Ore reduction mills for Virginia City / Gold Hill |
| GNIS | American Flat (historical) Populated Place |
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Nearby amenities
- Rec areaJumbo Grade Trailhead6.4 km away
- Point of interestJumbo Grade6.6 km away
- TrailheadEagle Valley Trailheads8.5 km away
- Point of interestCarson City District Office10.1 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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