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'''Pioche''' is a historic mining town and the county seat of [[Lincoln County]], [[Nevada]]. Nestled in the high desert mountains of southeastern Nevada along U.S. Route 93, Pioche had a population of approximately 600 as of the 2020 Census.<ref name="census">U.S. Census Bureau. ''QuickFacts: Pioche CDP, Nevada''. Retrieved May 8, 2025, from https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/piochecdpnevada</ref>

Founded in the 1860s after silver was discovered in the nearby hills, Pioche quickly developed a reputation as one of the roughest towns in the Old West—reportedly more violent than [[Tombstone, Arizona]]. At its peak, Pioche had over 6,000 residents and dozens of saloons and businesses. Today, it’s a quiet but fascinating destination for history buffs and outdoor explorers.<ref name="history">Nevada Historical Society. ''Pioche: A Wild West Mining Town''. Retrieved May 8, 2025, from https://nvhistory.org</ref>

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== Quick Facts ==
* **Status:** Unincorporated  
* **County Seat:** [[Lincoln County]]  
* **Population:** ~600  
* **ZIP Code:** 89043  
* **Elevation:** ~6,100 ft  
* **Founded:** 1864  
* **Route:** U.S. Route 93

== Local Economy ==
Today’s Pioche supports itself through:
* **Tourism and heritage travel**  
* **County government and public services**  
* **Small businesses and hospitality**  
* **Seasonal mining, ranching, and outdoor recreation**

== Historic Sites and Attractions ==
* Boot Hill Cemetery – resting place of gunslingers and vigilantes  
* Historic Lincoln County Courthouse – built in 1871  
* Thompson’s Opera House – still hosts performances  
* Pioche Mining Museum and aerial tramway cables from the silver era  
* Scenic hiking in surrounding hills and Echo Canyon State Park

== Education ==
Pioche is part of the [[Lincoln County School District]] and includes:
* Pioche Elementary School  
* Older students attend school in nearby [[Panaca]] or [[Caliente]]

== Governance and Services ==
As the county seat, Pioche hosts the [[Lincoln County Commission]] and key services including courts, law enforcement, and administrative offices. Utilities and emergency services are coordinated through the county and supported by local volunteers.

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