Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad & Transportation Museum

The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad & Transportation Museum is a railway museum in Nevada City housing locomotives, cars, and equipment from the region's mining era. The collection shows the development of narrow gauge rail transport with original track specifications and preserved vehicles spanning multiple decades.

The original narrow gauge rail network was founded in 1876 to move mining products and passengers between Nevada City and larger rail lines. Operations ended in 1942 as modern road transport displaced this type of service.

The locomotives and exhibits show how narrow gauge rail transport shaped life and commerce in the mining region. Visitors can see how these railways moved people and materials, enabling the area to grow and prosper.

Visitors can view vehicles up close, and a visit works well any season since some exhibits are sheltered from weather. Bring comfortable walking shoes since the ground can be uneven in outdoor display areas.

One 1875 locomotive in the collection had a second career as a film star, appearing in several Hollywood productions. This double life as both working equipment and later movie prop makes it a fascinating object for film fans and rail enthusiasts.

Location: Nevada City

Website: https://ncngrrmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 39.24950,-121.01855

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01