Contact Info
California Trail Interpretive Center
Paul Gregory
1 Trail Center Way
Hunter Exit 292
Elko, NV 89801
Phone: 775-738-1849
Fax: 775-753-0246
Text the word: CTIC To: 866-866-5545
Website: www.californiatrailcenter.org
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Services
- The Center
- In and Around Elko
- Group Visits
- Field Trips
- Hike The Trails
- Trail Management
- For Kids
- Mobile App
- California Trail Shop
- Original Art
Fundraisers We Support
- California Trail Heritage Alliance
- Southern Nevada Conservancy
Hours of Operation
Wednesday to Friday: 9am to 4:30pm
Monday and Tuesday: CLOSED
About Us
We'll Impress You
Where History Comes Alive
Visit the California Trail Interpretive Center located at the junction of the infamous Hastings Cutoff and the California Trail eight miles west of Elko on I-80 at Hunter Exit 292. Learn the stories of the pioneers who endured the 2000-mile trek to California; some seeking land, some gold, others seeking adventure, and some for reasons we may never know.
Experience life-size dioramas, original murals, exhibits on the native peoples, and multimedia productions. Hike, accessible trails, walk through a wagon encampment, and see a Shoshone village. Hear the words of the pioneers and learn of the successes of the Bidwell-Bartleson party and the events that lead to the Donner Party disaster. Come see the Elephant at the California Trail Interpretive Center where History Comes Alive.
We'll Impress You
Where History Comes AliveVisit the California Trail Interpretive Center located at the junction of the infamous Hastings Cutoff and the California Trail eight miles west of Elko on I-80 at Hunter Exit 292. Learn the stories of the pioneers who endured the 2000 mile trek to California; some seeking land, some gold, others seeking adventure, and some for reasons we may never know.
Experience life size dioramas, original murals, exhibits on the native peoples, and multimedia productions. Hike, accessible trails, walk through a wagon encampment and see a Shoshone village. Hear the words of the pioneers and learn of the successes of the Bidwell-Bartleson party and the events that lead to the Donner Party disaster. Come see the Elephant at the California Trail Interpretive Center where History Comes Alive.
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