Near Hiko in Lincoln County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Hiko
Photographed by Melissa H Spease, October 11, 2025
1. Hiko Marker
Inscription.
Hiko. . After silver was found in the Panaca area, prospectors began looking in nearby mountains. In 1856, six men led by a local Indian, found silver in the Pahranagat mountains and staked claims. By 1866, about 1000 claims had been made. William H. Raymond bought most of them, incorporating the Hyko Silver Mining Company. That year the state of Nevada created Lincoln County , and Hiko became the county seat in 1867. Hiko boasted a population of about 300 during its short existence. Raymond rought in a 10-stamp mill, but he moved it to Bullionville by 1870 as Hiko's ore played out. By 1871 most of Hiko's residents had moved to Pioche, which became the county seat. After the miners left, farmers moved to the area, drawn by the rich soil and ready access to water.
After silver was found in the Panaca area, prospectors began looking in nearby mountains. In 1856, six men led by a local Indian, found silver in the Pahranagat mountains and staked claims. By 1866, about 1000 claims had been made. William H. Raymond bought most of them, incorporating the Hyko Silver Mining Company. That year the state of Nevada created Lincoln County , and Hiko became the county seat in 1867. Hiko boasted a population of about 300 during its short existence. Raymond rought in a 10-stamp mill, but he moved it to Bullionville by 1870 as Hiko's ore played out. By 1871 most of Hiko's residents had moved to Pioche, which became the county seat. After the miners left, farmers moved to the area, drawn by the rich soil and ready access to water.
Erected 2023 by Queho Possee Chapter 1919, of the Ancient and Honorable Order of E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1856.
Location. 37° 35.812′ N, 115° 13.437′ W.
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Marker is near Hiko, Nevada, in Lincoln County. It is on Highway 318, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hiko NV 89017, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Nevada’s Mojave Desert. It is also in the American Southwest and in the Mountain West. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: A different marker also named Hiko (a few steps from this marker); Crystal Springs (approx. 4½ miles away).
Regarding Hiko. There are two printing errors on this marker and I copied it just as it read.
Photographed by Melissa H Spease, October 11, 2025
2. Hiko Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 16, 2026, by Melissa H Spease of Las Vegas, Nevada. This page has been viewed 35 times since then. Photos:1, 2. submitted on February 16, 2026, by Melissa H Spease of Las Vegas, Nevada. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
