Part of the Frisco Mine
One of the many Buildings in Frisco... & Our Cheap Jeep
After silver was discovered in 1875, the town of Frisco was born in the San Francisco
mountains. In order to process the silver ore, a smelter and charcoal ovens were also built. With a population of over 6000, Frisco boasted over 20 saloons, several hotels, schools, churches, brothels, numerous stores, and even a hospital. A mining disaster in 1885 brought production to a halt. A short revival in the early 1900's put Frisco's total output at over $70 million. The ore finally ran out in 1920, and the town was abandoned.
The Building that we slept in
This Engine Driven Cable Spool now stands silent
