Steep Humboldt River canyon west of Carlin where Paleozoic through Tertiary strata are exposed in road and railroad cuts. Historic corridor of the California Trail, first transcontinental railroad, and old US-40; modern I-80 and Union Pacific use the Carlin Tunnel to bypass a tight meander, leaving the scenic old alignment for slower exploration of the canyon walls and river.
Field facts
| Region | Elko County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 40.7243, -116.0238 |
| Feature | Humboldt River canyon / structural and stratigraphic exposures |
| Transport history | California Trail · CPRR · US-40 · I-80 / UP Carlin Tunnel |
| Access | Old US-40 canyon road + I-80 viewpoints near Carlin |
| Nearby | Carlin / Palisade / California Trail Interpretive Center (Elko) |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Visitor centerThe California Trail Interpretive Center8.8 km away
- Visitor centerCalifornia Trail Interpretive Center (Ctic)9.8 km away
- ParkingSouth Fork Reservoir13.8 km away
- Boat launchSouth Fork Reservoir14 km away
- ParkingSouth Fork Reservoir15.9 km away
- RestroomSouth Fork Reservoir16 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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