Official home of the Lincoln County Authority of Tourism (LCAT)
Official home of the Lincoln County Authority of Tourism (LCAT)
Journey back to an era where train travel was a novel adventure, much like the first airport experience. Discover history within the timeless, mission-style structure, a repository of cherished recollections and life events. Recall the days of powerful steam engines rumbling along the tracks, their whistles echoing through town.
Perfect for railroad aficionados, history buffs, those who love old architecture and those that are just curious, this tour will allow you to explore the revitalized Depot, boasting a complete exterior makeover, and delve into tales of its evolution through the decades.
About the Experience
Your adventure begins at the Caliente Train Depot visitor center located in the south end of the Caliente Depot.
The tour will take you into parts of the building that most folks don’t get to see and you will hear stories of trains, people and experiences that offer a glimpse into the past.
Tour guides are well versed in local history and sometimes tall tales to keep you entertained.
After a lunch break, you will head down beautiful rainbow Canyon to discover a long, left behind, caboose. At this location you will also get the opportunity to explore the Elgin, one room schoolhouse, now a part of the Nevada State Park attractions. History is the attraction, but creating your own memories will be the bonus. The Depot and train cars are perfect photography backdrops, or you can choose one of the unique landscapes, train trestles, or dramatic rock formations; all are perfect for family photos, couple portraits, or social media-worthy shots.
Please note: Some areas of the tour require climbing steps.
Included in the Tour
Tours begin at 10:00 a.m. starting with approximately 1-1/2 hours to explore the Depot and Heritage Box Car Museum. A one-hour lunch break will give you time to reenergize and explore the quaint town of Caliente before the next phase of the tour starts. Following lunch, the LCX tour bus will take you for a scenic drive down beautiful Rainbow Canyon for a visit to the old caboose and the historic Elgin Schoolhouse, returning you to the Depot around 3:00 p.m.
Train enthusiasts, history buffs, photographers, and anyone looking to experience Lincoln County’s historic story in a fun and memorable way.
Guided tours are available the first Saturday of every month.
Price: Tours are $48 per person (lunch not included).
Tours run when a minimum of four people have registered. Maximum number participants per tour is 10.