Ely, NV

united states

Ely is a high-desert crossroads town in east-central Nevada where three major highways meet. US 50 ("The Loneliest Road") and Highway 93 intersect here, making it a key stop for cross-country travelers and those heading to Las Vegas. The town sits at 6,400 feet elevation between mountain ranges, offering essential services and a small airport. The Nevada Northern Railway Museum runs actual steam trains from the original 1906 depot.