Scenic Railroads in Nevada

Nevada has 4 operating scenic and heritage railroads, spread across some of the state's most photogenic terrain. Ride types include steam & diesel and diesel, so you can tailor the experience to your interests whether you prefer a genteel parlor-car excursion, an open-air mountain climb, or an afternoon of pure steam nostalgia. Ride lengths run from 35 min to 1.5 hrs.

The standout ride in Nevada is the Nevada Northern Railway, based in Ely. A steam & diesel excursion, it takes passengers historic excursions from the Ely depot climbing toward the Ruth mining district behind steam or diesel power. The journey lasts approximately 1.5 hours. It operates Year-round special events.

Operating seasons vary considerably across Nevada's excursion lines, so it pays to check each railroad's current schedule before finalising plans. 1 line operates year-round. Some lines run only on summer weekends, others only during specific holiday periods, and a handful operate only by charter or special event. The comparison table below flags reservation requirements for every line.