A Ghost Town Getaway: Peace, Quiet and Comfort on the Loneliest Road in Amercia

Need to get away from it all? This is the place. Eureka, Nevada is in the middle of the state on US 50, the Loneliest Road in America.

The Doll House, as it is known here, was built in 1880 by the Tognoni family, who kept a store on Main Street, and it appears in many photos of early-day Eureka. The town itself is an eloquent reminder of one of the most exciting periods in American history, the westward rush for gold and silver, and the surrounding countryside is an open invitation to exploration and enjoyment. This is the real west, the true west, wide open and (mostly) unspoiled.

US 50 was once the Pony Express Trail and the Overland Stage, and the country around Eureka harks back to earlier times. This is hunting and fishing country and ATV heaven. A set of detailed maps are in a drawer awaiting your use, inviting you to explore our beautiful landscapes.

The town of Eureka is a photographic remnant of the 19th century mining boom with many historic structures. The surrounding area provides hiking, biking, camping, hot springs, hunting, fishing, and off roading. Lots to explore here, and a network of well maintained dirt roads leads you to ghost towns, mining camps, historic homesteads and wild life in abundance. Wild horses roam across our valleys and mountain ranges. Bring your ATV! And your camera.

The town of Eureka offers all amenities: restaurants, historical museum, yearly events, year-round in-door swimming, laundry facilities, and brand new grocery store. And you might catch a show at the Eureka Opera House, restored to its former glory.

Eureka is almost always sunny, even in the winter. Crime is unheard of. People are friendly here if you are, but if you prefer anonymity Eureka will let you have your way.

Stay here for a week, and it’s like you’ve been away for a year.