Aptly named, Mineral County, since the discovery of gold in 1860, has been mined for many minerals such as gold, silver, copper, mercury, iron, borax, limestone, gypsum, and uranium. However, the attractions of this county are not limited to its valuable minerals, but include many natural wonders such as beautiful Walker Lake and provides many recreational opportunities such as fishing, hunting, boating, ghost town touring and many others. 
Welcome to Mineral County
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Mineral County's population has been estimated at about 5,000 and includes residents of Hawthorne, Luning, Mina, Schurz (Walker River Paiute Indian Reservation) and Walker Lake, as well as residents living outside township limits.
Mineral County is home to beautiful Walker Lake, a desert terminal water body treasured by the residents of the County. In pre-historic times, Walker Lake was a part of the vast Lake Lahontan, which over time receded leaving the present body of water. Also located within the County's boundaries are Mount Grant; and the Wassuk, Gillis, Excelsior and White Mountain ranges located on federal public lands, including the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
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