Area Attractions

Elko has two unique and challenging golf courses designed to test all skill levels. The Ruby View Golf Course is located one-half of mile north of the Red Lion and Gold Country Casinos. It is a majestic 18-hole course with the look and feel of an exclusive country club at public course prices. For more information call (775) 777-7277.

The Spring Creek Golf Course has a challenging layout, narrow fairways and undulating greens to test your skill and patience. In just 20 minutes from Elko City, you can enjoy an 18-hole championship style golf course kissed by the high desert breezes. For more information call (775) 753-6331.

This rugged high-country area is located 26 miles southwest of Elko on State Route 227, a national scenic byway to the Ruby Mountain Wilderness area; Lamoille Canyon is often referred to as the "Grand Canyon of Nevada." The canyon was heavily carved by glacial activity several thousands years ago. A four-stop self-guided auto tour with geology interpretive exhibits leads visitors past meadows full of wildflowers, abundant wildlife, waterfalls and avalanche chutes. Several nature trails and picnic grounds are spread through out the region.

This national award winning museum features exhibits on history, nature, Native American art, microscopic gold mining early American weaponry and an 1860 Pony Express cabin. The new Wanamaker wing has more than 200 full-sized, mounted animals from around the world displayed in exhibits representing their natural environment. Located at 1515 Idaho Street, the museum is an easy walk from the hotel. Call (775) 738-3418 for more information.

The Sherman Station is comprised of the main ranch house and outbuildings of the historic Walther homestead. The complex of buildings have found new life serving the dual purpose of Elko Visitor and Information Center as well as the office space for the local Chamber of Commerce. These buildings were literally moved several miles from a country setting to the center of Elko. The homestead served as a stage stop on the old Hill-Beachey Toll Road between Elko and Hamilton. Other buildings include a one-room schoolhouse, creamery, blacksmith's shop and barns that housed the stage teams and coaches. Located at 14th & Idaho Street, call (775) 738-7135 for more information. Tell em Elaine sent ya!

South Fork is a favorite among locals for water sports including boating, water-skiing and fishing. Camping is allowed at designed sites. Located only 16 miles southwest of Elko, the South Fork Dam has many different types of game fish including trout, channel, catfish as well as small and large mouth bass.

Headquarters for the world renown Cowboy Poetry Gathering, it is also the site or the year-round entertainment and activities including concerts, music hours, workshops and educational programs for children. Situated in the historic Pioneer Hotel, the center is dedicated to preserving the rich culture and spirits of the American West. Summer activities include weekly musical happy hours called "Bunkhouse Friday" and a film series featuring the finest western artists in the world. The gift shop is filled with cowboy music, books and memorabilia. Located at 501 Railroad Street, call (775) 738-7508 for more information.

Located 67 miles northeast of Elko on State Route 225, this reservoir reaches up to 65 feet in depth near the dam. Early spring and late fall are the most productive for trout. Ice fishing is always a popular event with catch rates often exceeding that of fair weather fishing.