Mineral County, Nevada

Mineral County, Nevada Welcome to Mineral County, Nevada. We encompass the towns of Hawthorne, Schurz, Mina, Luning, Walker Lake and Aurora. Hawthorne has always been its County seat.

Mineral County was carved out of Esmeralda County in 1911 shortly after the county seat of Esmeralda was moved to Goldfield in 1907. Its name came from the surrounding area, which is heavily mineralized. The County is listed as Nevada Historical Marker 16. The marker is located on U.S. Highway 95 at Walker Lake. They call Hawthorne "America's Patriotic Home," and the red, white and blue streets an

d American flags blowing in the breeze stand as a testament to Hawthorne's great national pride. Part of that pride is rooted in the Hawthorne Army Depot, an ammunition storage site south of nearby Walker Lake State Recreation Area. Construction began on this facility in 1928, and it served as an ammunition staging area for World War II. It is said to be the largest facility of its kind anywhere in the world, covering more than 147,000 acres of terrain. Additionally, the historic 1942 USO AKA Hawthorne Convention Center has just been restored and has special events for locals and visitors alike. Originally established in 1881 as a division point on the Carson and Colorado Railroad and remained a modestly sized community until it was selected to host a national arsenal during World War II. Only having a few hundred residents since its founding, the population quickly grew to 13,000 by 1944, hosting more than 7,000 armed forces and civilian workers during the war. Today, roughly 3,200 people call Hawthorne home. Several mountain ranges surround the community, protecting Hawthorne from extreme weather and allowing for mild temperatures and nearly 365 days of sunshine every year. It's the kind of environment that encourages outdoor enjoyment, and around here, the heart of outdoor recreation is at Walker Lake State Recreation Area. The lake, fed from the north by the Walker River, was once part of Glacial Lake Lahontan, a prehistoric sea that covered much of Nevada. Those looking for other incredible adventure options should search no further as Mineral County has over 1,000 miles of un-fenced, dirt roads and trails. Hawthorne truly is the perfect gateway to all your OHV, ATV and four-wheel drive excursions. If it's history you're after, visitors to Hawthorne can get a closer look at some of the old ammo stored here with a trip to the Hawthorne Ordinance Museum. Its also a great place to see a variety of military uniforms, photos and memorabilia. If you're staying overnight, there are several hotels and motels to chose from, as well as restaurants that suit any craving.

05/21/2026
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend as we come together to celebrate and honor our Armed Forces!
05/15/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend as we come together to celebrate and honor our Armed Forces!

Notice of Delinquent TaxpayersFollowing are the names of property owners who are delinquent in the payment of taxes asse...
05/06/2026

Notice of Delinquent Taxpayers

Following are the names of property owners who are delinquent in the payment of taxes assessed against them for the taxable period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 (first year delinquencies), the tax year beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025 (second year delinquencies), and the tax year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024 (third year delinquencies).

https://mineralcountynv.us/news_detail_T10_R19.php

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04/28/2026

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Sign-ups are NOW OPEN for the Kayak Races at Walker Lake Days 2026!

Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just looking for some fun on the water, there’s a race for everyone including pros, amateurs, and even kids!

Sign up here: https://www.visitmineralcounty.com/2026-walker-lake-days

Tag your paddling partner and we’ll see you on the water! 🌊☀️

The Mineral County Clerk & Treasurer's office reminds residents that a listing of registered voters is available to any ...
04/23/2026

The Mineral County Clerk & Treasurer's office reminds residents that a listing of registered voters is available to any person upon request. Contact the office at 775-945-2446 or [email protected] for more information.

We are looking for Poll Workers for the upcoming election. If you are interested in being a Poll Worker, please contact ...
03/31/2026

We are looking for Poll Workers for the upcoming election. If you are interested in being a Poll Worker, please contact the Mineral County Clerk at (775) 945-2446 or [email protected].

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Address

105 S A Street
Hawthorne, NV
89415

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm

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+17759450706

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