Nevada State Railroad Museum
Carson City, NV
A museum of historic locomotives and railcars from the Virginia and Truckee Railroad and other lines, with a depot and shop in Carson City. Check the calendar for days when the trains run on the short track.
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City has been open since 1980 and preserves locomotives, passenger cars and freight cars from various Nevada railroads, including many pieces from the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Highlights include the locomotive Inyo (1875) and No. 25, which runs under steam at special events. The historic depot from Wabuska was moved to the museum grounds and now serves as the station where tickets for the museum's train rides are sold.
Besides the exhibits, there are train rides and handcar rides on the museum's track, as well as lectures and special events. The railway has both standard-gauge and 3-foot narrow-gauge track (about 4.8 miles / 7.7 km in total). Steam trains run only on selected weekends, holidays and special event days, so check the museum's event calendar before you go. Allow about two hours for the museum and a ride.
- Nearest town
- Carson City, NV
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 39.1450, -119.7660
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Nevada State Railroad Museum?
Nevada State Railroad Museum is in Carson City, NV, at GPS 39.1450, -119.7660. It is about 13 mi from Virginia City.
Can you camp near Nevada State Railroad Museum?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Carson RV Resort, about 2 mi away; within 25 mi there are 47 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Nevada State Railroad Museum?
Places worth a stop nearby: Sand Harbor (10 mi), Mormon Station State Historic Park (11 mi), Virginia City (13 mi) and Emerald Bay (23 mi).
When is the best time to visit Nevada State Railroad Museum?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)