Great Basin high desert near Ely, White Pine County, Nevada

Ely · Great Basin · Nevada

Peaks, rails & the darkest skies in the West

Nevada's high-desert basecamp — Great Basin National Park, a living steam railroad, and trails that start right from Ely.

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All of Carbon County, Utah — in one place.

Two hours southeast of Salt Lake City on Utah's Colorado Plateau, Carbon County is the state's old coal frontier — home to Nine Mile Canyon, famed as the world's longest art gallery, and to historic Helper, the mining town that once drew workers from more than 30 nations. Red-rock canyons, ancient rock art, dinosaur country, and living immigrant heritage — all waiting to be explored.

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Red-rock canyons, ancient rock art, dinosaur trails, vibrant events, and a coal-town past that drew the world — all waiting to be explored!

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Expertly crafted routes reveal Carbon County’s icons and hidden gems while maximizing every moment of your adventure.

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From hotels, motels, RV parks, and cabins, Carbon County offers the right basecamp for every adventure.

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From racing and rodeos to arts festivals, Carbon County’s calendar is packed with authentic community experiences all year round.

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