Destination guide
About Elko
Elko is a city in and the county seat of Elko County, Nevada, United States. As of the 2020 census, Elko had a population of 20,564. Elko serves as the center of the Ruby Valley, a region with a population of over 55,000. Elko is 21 miles (34 km) from Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, providing year-round access to recreation, including hiking, skiing, hunting, and more than 20 alpine lakes. The city straddles the Humboldt River. Spring Creek, Nevada, serves as a bedroom community 6 miles (10 km) from the city with a population of 13,805.
- Best time
- Nov - Apr
- Language
- English
- Currency
- USD ($)
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Population
- 20,564
Local guide
Things to do
Experiences and activities travelers enjoy around the destination.
- Crystal 5Building · Crystal 5, 676 Commercial Street, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
- Fir St. Pocket ParkPark · Fir St. Pocket Park, Elko, Nevada, United States of America
- Reynolds AmphitheaterTheatre · Reynolds Amphitheater, Chilton Circle, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
- Main City ParkPark · Main City Park, Elko, Nevada, United States of America
- Angel ParkPark · Angel Park, Elko, Nevada, United States of America
Sightseeing
Top attractions
Landmarks and sights travelers visit around the destination.
- Western Folklife CenterMuseum · Western Folklife Center, 501 Railroad Street, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
- Cowboy Gear and Arts MuseumMuseum · Cowboy Gear and Arts Museum, 542 Commercial Street, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
- Chilton Centennial TowerSightseeing · Chilton Centennial Tower, 7th Street, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
- Railroad ParkPark · Railroad Park, Elko, Nevada, United States of America
- Southside ParkPark · Southside Park, Elko, NV 89801, United States of America
Good to know
FAQs about Elko
Nov - Apr
Location
Elko, NV, United States of America
Elko, NV, United States of America
40.8327° N, 115.7631° W
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