Winnemucca, NV, a city with over 7,400 residents, is the second-largest community in northwest Nevada. Sitting next to the Humboldt River, the city has prospered as a travelers rest stop since its inception. The city has the distinction of sitting midway between Salt Lake City and San Francisco under frowning hills typical of the high desert areas surrounding it.
Winnemucca stood the test of time against ferocious odds, outliving several communities in the region. The location saw the first fur trappers and trading posts in the Nevada Territory. In 1868, the Transcontinental Railroad reached Winnemucca and passed east to its completion near Ogden, UT, a fortunate occurrence that reaffirmed the town's importance as a traveler's haven. Today, the city services visitors with an incredible array of restaurants that offer various cuisines, such as:
The Griddle. The Griddle specializes in traditional American breakfasts and lunches such as bacon and eggs or French dip sandwiches. It is one of the most beloved restaurants in Winnemucca that opens at 6:00 a.m. and is packed by 6:15 a.m.
Winnemucca Pizzeria. Though the Winnemucca Pizzeria produces amazing, one-of-a-kind pizzas such as their potato rosemary pizza, they also provide a variety of Italian treats. Try their Basque Lover panini or Adaven calzones for something different yet tasty.
Chihuahua's Cantina and Grill. Try this restaurant for some authentic Mexican cuisine. For those who love a bit of flame in the belly, try the El Volcan Molcajete.
For over a century, Winnemucca has offered food, drink, and entertainment for travelers. Stop by the "Friendliest Town in Nevada" and enjoy a few hours. This place has fun for every member of a family.
Winnemucca Ranch Hand Rodeo. This upcoming event is the largest rodeo held annually in Nevada. Teams of competitors compete in several cowboy-related programs to win bragging rights and the coveted prize.
Run-A-Mucca Motorcycle and Music Festival. This upcoming event features live music, the famous burning bike, and the $1,000 Poker Run.
National Basque Festival. Another important piece of Nevada history is celebrated in Elko, 125 miles east of Winnemucca, at the National Basque Festival. Live traditional Basque music, dancing forums, and Basque foods await visitors to this upcoming weekend-long event.
The only national park in Nevada is Great Basin National Park, located 269 miles southeast of Winnemucca. The park preserves 77,000 acres of area featuring a large expanse of desert and Wheeler Peak on which the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere clings to the peak's summit.
Lassen Volcanic National Park lies within a day’s drive of Winnemucca, 300 miles to the west. Recognized as one of the most recently active volcanic areas, the park features wide lava beds, mud pits, hot springs, and periodic geysers.
Iconic Yosemite National Park, located 362 miles southwest of Winnemucca, features incredible vertical cliffs, roaring streams, and a forest of Sequoia redwoods, globally recognized as the tallest of trees. Over three million visitors travel through Yosemite each year, making it one of the most visited parks in the system.
Located 255 miles north of Winnemucca, Bruneau Dunes State Park features several dunes gathered in a desert near Boise, ID. Visitors hike the dunes and sandboard from the heights to the base, where lakes full of fish wait for the avid angler.
A historically significant location 215 miles southwest of Winnemucca, is Donner Memorial State Park. The park is the site of the fateful Donner Party that was trapped in winter snow in 1846. Today, the park features Donner Lake, Donner Creek, and the impressive Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Another California state park that beckons travelers from Winnemucca is Plumas-Eureka State Park. Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains 221 miles southwest of Winnemucca, the park features a Gold Rush ghost town, incredible high-mountain lakes, and a vast array of hiking trails.
Nevada Landmarks Guide shows three interesting places every visitor to Winnemucca should see. The first is Fort Churchill State Historic Park, about 145 miles to the southwest. This park preserves the ruins of the military outpost, erected in 1861, that protected the route of the Pony Express and the Overland Route, establishing the military presence of America in a region once dominated by Spain.
The Warm Charcoal Ovens State Park, located about 269 miles southeast of Winnemucca near Ely, protects the remnants of the distinctive beehive-shaped ovens constructed and used by early silver miners extracting silver from stone.
While in Ely, visit the East Ely Depot Museum to see the Transcontinental Railroad's effects on Nevada history. Constructed in 1868, this railway brought civilization to the state. Examples of the locomotives and railcars used to get the state into the Union are on display.
Double Dice RV Park lies in Elko, about 125 miles east of Winnemucca. The park reserves 64 of its 128 RV spaces for temporary guests. Every site has gravel pads and full hookups with a choice of 30-amp or 50-amp service. WiFi is available for those visitors who wish to remain connected to the world while staying in this remote park.
Nestled in the heart of Elko, Iron Horse RV Resort provides 45 RV sites with gravel pads and full hookups, 20 of which are pull-throughs. The resort accommodates rigs up to 55 feet long. Guests enjoy a heated swimming pool, hot tubs, a rec hall with a game room, and an extensive playground.
Located just east of Elko, the Elko RV Park at Ryndon provides 100 gravel pad RV spaces with full hookups, 92 of which are pull-throughs. Each site is 36 feet in width, allowing space to deploy any slide-outs a rig may support. The park sits next to the Humboldt River and provides access for anglers with a boat ramp.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Winnemucca, NV, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Winnemucca?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Winnemucca from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Winnemucca?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
