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Elko Travel Guide
Elko, a Northeastern Nevada city in Elko County, is a small desert city that experiences four mild seasons per year and sees thousands of tourists within the summer months alone. Home to the Ruby Mountains and rugged streamlined canyons, Elko boasts a serene, barren beauty and plenty of outdoor recreation.
Things to Do in Elko
Elko is a hub for education, offering guests the opportunity to stroll the halls of the California Trail Historic Interpretive Center, the Northeastern Nevada Museum, and the Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum which features an extensive collection of authentic cowboy items, artifacts, and history. Then, they can make their way 30 miles outside of Elko to the Humboldt National Forest where they can go hiking, horseback riding, backpacking, or camping amongst some of the city’s most beautiful landscapes.
Travelers should also visit the Wild Horse Reservoir State Recreation Area for an afternoon of fishing, the Ruby View Golf Course for a few rounds of golf, or the Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail for a unique hiking experience that leads them through glacial valleys and around various lakes and slow moving streams. For a dose of indoor fun, guests can go bowling at Telescope Lanes or check out the world’s largest taxidermied polar bear and try their luck at the Commercial Hotel and Casino.
Best Places to Stay in Elko
Finding the perfect rental can be a challenge, but in Elko it’s made easy thanks to the city’s number of available rentals and scenic rental locations. Whether your chosen rental is within city limits or on the edges of town, it is guaranteed to offer wireless internet, cable TV, and comfortable furnishings.
Best Time to Visit Elko
The best time to visit Elko is June through mid July.
Food in Elko
Elko is home to a wide variety of restaurants that are great for an impromptu lunch or casual dinner. A few of the best include but definitely aren’t limited to Rolbertos, serving Mexican fare, Luciano’s, specializing in Italian, and Pizza Barn which, as its name suggests, offers an array of pizzas.
Best Events in Elko
Elko’s most beloved events include the Snowflake Festival & Parade of Lights, the Elko Christmas Bazaar, the Halloween Costume Contest, the National Basque Festival, and the Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival. The Balloon Festival features a barbecue, live bands, tethered balloon rides, and of course- hundreds of brightly colored hot air balloons floating through the sky!
Things to Do for Families in Elko
Families finding themselves with spare time can spend the afternoon having a picnic and playing on the grand playground structures at Johnny Appleseed Park, catching a new release at Elko Cinema 4, or participate in an art class at Elko County Art Club Gallery.
The Weather in Elko
This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Elko. The hottest month in Elko is June, when temperatures peak at 104 ˚F. The coolest month is January, when temperatures drop to -1 ˚F. The wettest month in Elko is March with 2.39 inches of rain, while the driest month is December with 0.57 inches of rain.
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Vacation Rentals in Elko
Browse rentals from all the best providers including Priceline, Airbnb, Agoda and more at AllTheRooms.com. We have 129 vacation rentals, hotels and other accommodation types in Elko ranging from budget options to extravagant places to stay. For those traveling on a budget, the cheapest place to stay in Elko is available at $37 per night. The average price of a rental is around $73 per night.
Those needing to get some work done during their trip to Elko can choose from 46 places to stay that have WiFi. We have 10 accommodations that include a breakfast included. Choose from 14 accommodations that provide gym options, so you won't miss a single workout. Driving to Elko? Then choose one of the 46 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. We track 13 accommodations that have a pool or jacuzzi.
Those traveling with a dog, cat or some other animal can stay in any of 17 accommodations that are designated as pet-friendly.
68 of our places to stay in Elko have been rated by previous guests. They rated 67% as excellent or good. 46 places to stay in are instantly bookable.