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Join railfans who come from around the world for a first-hand adventure on the "Best-preserved short-line in America":
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You can drive or ride in our restored 1956 Pontiac HyRail Maintenance Vehicle. Venture out on the mainline up mountain grades and through tunnels.
Find out how.
The perfect gift for anyone who has been here, or wishes they were here! We will box up a memory and send it to you today.
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We have taken the precaution of canceling our annual Santa holiday train this year. With regret, we will not be running any of our Santa trains this year.
Very soon we will have our complete 2021 schedule posted. We hope that you will join us in 2021 for an experience to remember.
A weekend of vintage locomotives and rolling stock staring in special photo run-bys and night scenes.
You will return with new memories, new friends, and photos of a lifetime.
Be in the photo line this year.
You are at the throttle, taking control of a full-size, standard-gauge steam locomotive
from Ely up toward the old Ruth Mining District.
This is the experience of a lifetime.
Hear from others who have done it.
OPEN DAILY: EXCEPT Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Years Day, and Jan 2nd.
HOURS: Ticket Desk and General Store open 8am-5pm (4pm on Sundays, later on days when trains depart later). For a walking tour arrive one hour or more prior to closing. Full train schedule here
WHERE: In the mountains of Central Nevada. 245 miles North of Las Vegas, 245 Miles Southwest of Salt Lake City, 300 miles East of Reno. Set your GPS for 1100 Avenue A, Ely, NV 89301 (at the end of E.11th Street, off of US 93).
WHY: Acclaimed as the best preserved and most original example of an American railroad facility. Passenger train rides operate on the original main line, many behind one of our original working steam engines.
PHONE: 775-289-2085
The Nevada Northern Railway was built over a century ago to service what would become one of the largest copper mines in North America. Today, several of the original coal-fired standard-gauge steam locomotives that were ordered and delivered new to the railroad over 110 years ago are still in operation! The Nevada Northern Railway is the best-preserved example of a standard-gauge short-line left in North America.
Right from your home you can connect with the what is going on here. Take a peek at our live webcam or explore the panoramic virtual reality. Also consider becoming a member or volunteer to help with the preservation, operation, and restoration work here. It's true that getting here can be half the fun, so start planning your trip tonight. We are located on what has been called "The Loneliest Highway in America." Find out why.
You can book tickets right on this website. For more information call us at 775-289-2085 or email us. The Nevada Northern Railway Museum, Depot, and General Store is located at 1100 Avenue A Ely, NV. We are open daily EXCEPT Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Years Day, and Jan 2nd. Ticket Desk and General Store open 8am-5pm (4pm on Sundays, later on days when trains depart later). For a walking tour arrive one hour or more prior to closing. Full train schedule here
Our General Store features a variety of souvenirs and gifts. All merchandise is tax-free. Your patronage helps preserve history and support ongoing Museum restoration projects.
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence - 7 years in a row
Best Event in Rural Nevada - The Polar Express - 5 years in a row
Nevada State Treasure - Best Preservation Effort in the West - Attraction of the
Year
Best Place to Take the Kids in Rural Nevada - Recognized 8 times
Best Museum in Rural Nevada - Recognized 7 times
Best Tour in Rural Nevada -
New award category in 2017
Take a trip back in time. Trains operate throughout the year:
Join railfans who come from around the world for a first-hand adventure on the "Best-preserved short-line in America":
Getting here can be a great adventure. Check out some of the options:
Use this great facility for your next event:
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