Okay, zombies may or may not be real, but given the saturation of zombies in pop culture, one cannot be too sure. Just in case of a zombie apocalypse in the near future, this list of ten Nevada locations—along with their pros and cons—may provide you with some safety and security while waiting out the harrowing adventure.
1. Stokes Castle - Austin
Constructed in 1896 by Anson Phelps Stokes, Stokes castle was fashioned out of hand-hewn granite and modeled after the Roman Campagna in Italy. If history is correct, castles would do their part in keeping out hordes of enemies; however, the dilapidated nature of the castle today makes one wonder whether this would be a wise choice.
2. Hoover Dam - Boulder City
This Great Depression-era dam is constructed from 3.25 million cubic yards of concrete which is designed to last quite a long time. However, without regular maintenance, experts estimate a build-up of mollusks in aquatic generators would lead the automatic systems to fail, thus shutting down the generators. So, unless you are hiding out with an engineer, this may not prove to be the best safe space.
3. Cortez Gold Mine - Elko
This large underground and open pit gold mine provides ample cover and water while hiding out from zombies.
4. Nevada Test Site Missile Silo - Nye County
What better place to hide from a zombie apocalypse? Similar to a bunker, missile silos provide well-fortified underground walls and floors, a secure perimeter, and are located far from civilization.
5. Lehman Caves -
Great Basin National Park
Located near Ely, Lehman Caves is a huge marble cave chock full of stalactites, stalagmites, and underground lakes. The caves were expanded over the years to accommodate increased guests and would make a great hiding place from zombies should the need arise.
6. Wheeler Peak - Great Basin National Park
Named for George Wheeler, the 13,065-foot Wheeler Peak is the tallest mountain in the Snake Range and the second-tallest in Nevada. The high elevation and low temperatures are believed to be great protectors against impending zombie annihilation; however, lack of food and water and subzero temperatures may not be great for long-term human survival either.
7. Nellis Air Force Base - Las Vegas
Military bases provide great protection from zombie attacks because of their remote locations and abundance of weapons and ammunition.
8. Nevada State Prison - Carson City
One of the oldest prisons in the state, and formerly the only one used for executions, NSP closed its doors in May, 2012. This would make a perfect hiding place from zombies because one wouldn't have the inmates to deal with as well. Besides, prisons are safe, aren't they?
9. Central Nevada
Experts (if there really are experts in zombie apocalypse studies) assert that living in sparsely populated areas far from large cities is a good plan. Central Nevada fits that bill. Just make sure there are ample camping supplies and food.
10. Hidden Cave - Fallon
Hidden Cave was discovered at Grimes Point, NV, near Fallon in the mid-1920's by four schoolboys. The cave has been a wealth of archaeological findings over the decades. But, hey, the name makes it sound safe from zombies, doesn't it?
Hopefully this hypothetical scenario never reaches fruition. Just in case, however, these locations may provide safety. Do you have any other ideas for safe zombie apocalypse hiding spots? Please let me know in the comments below.
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