The Nevada Bucket-List Trip for Railfans
Each of Nevada’s three State Railroad Museums offers a window into a different chapter of Nevada’s railroading legacy, from the locomotives that carved paths through the Comstock Lode to the iron giants that built the Hoover Dam. Together, they create an exciting and educational experience for enthusiasts.
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Boulder City
601 Yucca Street
Boulder City, NV 89005
Nevada State Railroad Museum, East Ely
1100 Avenue A
Ely, NV 89301
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City
2180 S Carson St
Carson City, NV 89701
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Boulder City
Building the Dam That Built the West
This working railyard and museum is home to the locomotives that built the Hoover Dam. From September to May (subject to change), you can take a daily ride on the Boulder City Branch Line, one of the original lines used during the dam’s construction. For another one-of-a-kind experience, become an Engineer for an Hour and take the throttle yourself, guided by a Federal Railroad Administration-licensed engineer.
Plan your visit at BoulderRailroadMuseum.org
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City
The Machines That Shaped Nevada’s Mining Empire
Explore the legendary Virginia & Truckee Railroad’s glory days. This Museum features restored locomotives and rolling stock that once hauled silver from Virginia City, alongside other iconic engines like the Inyo, one of the oldest original operating steam locomotives in North America.
Plan your visit at CarsonRailroadMuseum.org
Nevada State Railroad Museum, East Ely
Time Travel, Trackside
Step inside the original depot office of the Nevada Northern Railway, an unaltered space with original ledgers, artifacts, and tools. The Depot offers a fascinating, authentic deep dive into the operations side of railroading.
Plan your visit a t ElyRailroadMuseum.org
