Train Museum | Nevada Northern Railway
Now a National Historic Landmark, the Nevada Northern Railway Museum takes you back to a time when the iron horse ruled the rails. It is America’s best-preserved standard-gauge short line and a complete rail facility.
Train Rides | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Our star train pulls out of Ely with the Dark Rangers of Great Basin National Park aboard. These rangers love the night sky as much as we do, but probably know a whole lot more about stars than all of us put together. They will guide us to find interesting things up …
Events & Calendar | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Explore upcoming events, and book train rides or special events in advance to save your spot.
Tours of the Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
The tours are available daily, you can find the tickets for the tours at the depot at 1100 Avenue A Ely, NV (at the end of E.11th Street, off of US 93) or purchase them online. Also, don’t forget your sturdy walking shoes, hat and sunscreen.
Train Rides & Tours | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Discover the excitement at the museum with train rides, guided tours, and the energy of an active rail yard. Plan your visit today!
Railroad Reality Week | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Ely, Nevada is at 6500 feet above sea level. At that elevation it has a climate more like Denver or Salt Lake than Las Vegas or Phoenix. It is a dry climate, but expect it to rain several times each week.
About the Railway Museum | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Since 1906, the Northern Nevada Railway has been a logistics hub. Today a vibrant museum experience in Ely Nevada.
Things to do in Ely | Nevada Northern Railway - nnry
Also called “the Gateway to the Great Basin National Park" and originally home to the Shoshone tribes, Ely is surrounded by lakes, mountains, and natural beauty aplenty. Outdoor fans can choose from a wide range of outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, camping, mountain biking, fishing, rock hounding and even game hunting.
Doodlebug | Nevada Northern Railway
Dec 31, 2024 · We are excited to announce the opportunity to acquire a historic Self-Propelled Rail Car, also known as a "Doodlebug." This rail car, built in 1930 by the J.G. Brill Company and refurbished in 2019, has a passenger capacity of 50 and is available for purchase at $403,000 with delivery to Ely, Nevada.
Be The Engineer - Hand on the Throttle | Nevada Northern Railway …
Ely does not have air, train or bus service. Ely is located 240 miles west of Salt Lake City or 240 mile north of Las Vegas. Our recommendation is to fly into Las Vegas and rent a car from there and drive to Ely.