Salmon Creek Railroad

The Salmon Creek Railroad is a narrow-gauge heritage line in Fallon, Nevada, featuring original track sections that reflect early transportation design. Today it is maintained by the Nevada State Railroad Museum, which houses restored locomotives and demonstrates how trains once operated in remote areas.

Jim Walsh established this narrow-gauge line in Golden Valley and acquired steam locomotives from Alaska, including the H.K. Porter Seward built in 1892. The collection later expanded with additional locomotives that trace the evolution of rail transportation in the region.

The railroad preserves the industrial heritage of mining and transportation that shaped Nevada's economic growth. It demonstrates how vital rail transport was for moving goods and connecting remote areas during that era.

Plan your visit around demonstration days, as locomotive operations are not continuous throughout the year. The adjoining museum provides detailed context about the railroad and its locomotives, making it helpful to spend time there for better understanding.

The Seward locomotive was originally brought from Alaska, where it had worked in mining operations before coming to Nevada. This unexpected journey demonstrates how these machines traveled between remote mining regions to serve different industries.

Location: Fallon

GPS coordinates: 39.50516,-118.77167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04