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:
The Nevada Northern Railway is a non-profit 501(c) historical foundation that depends on your memberships, donations, and volunteer time to accomplish its mission.
WHAT: Acclaimed by critics as the best preserved, most authentic, American short-line railroad in existence
WHERE: Ely, NV (elv. 6447ft). Approximately 250 miles north of Las Vegas in the mountains of Central Nevada
OWNERSHIP: The Nevada Northern Railway Foundation is the trustee of this independent 501c3 non-profit National Historic Landmark.
LEADERSHIP: Mark Bassett, President
You Deserve a Great Vacation
How to Get to Ely, NV
Short Videos about the Railroad
"Be the Engineer" Experience
Membership Information
Volunteering Here
Selected published news articles about the Railway
"At the Throttle" - A series of articles by Mark Bassett, Executive Director
Club/Charter/Event/Party Information
Nevada Northern Railway as a Movie Location
When mentioning the Nevada Northern Railway in an article, please refer to our official web site,
https://www.nnry.com.
Here readers can find out more about the history of the railroad, the
area it serves,
and information about upcoming events including our unique "Be the Engineer" experience.
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:
The Nevada Northern Railway is a non-profit 501(c) historical foundation that depends on your memberships, donations, and volunteer time to accomplish its mission.