Follow Us x
Austin, Nevada, is more than just another stop along Highway 50, the Loneliest Road in America. This is a place to enjoy rugged and scenic trails, or soak in the warm, soothing waters of Spencer Hot Springs. Born an old silver mining town, Austin was home to some of Nevada's more colorful prospectors and silver miners. Today, with the expansive Toiyabe Mountain Range as its backyard, it features some of the best mountain biking, hiking and exploring in the state. Although rich in history, this town is not a "ghost town." Austin's historic Main Street has motels, bed and breakfasts, RV parks, restaurants, gas stations and unique shops to visit. There are special events throughout the year, so check our calendar often as something new is always happening. Every season is special in Austin Nevada! Break away from the ordinary and treat yourself to the treasures of Austin, Nevada.
A silver mining town in Lander County, NV with golden activities
A beautiful stop along Highway 50 (the "Loneliest Road in America") in Lander County, NV, this silver mining town has a rich history. Tour Main Street to see all the unique shops. Head up to the mountains for exciting bike trails and hiking areas. Whatever you love to do, Austin, NV has something for you.
Discover things to do in Austin
There's an endless list of things to do in Austin, NV. Here are a few of the highlights this beautiful small town offers:
- Stokes Castle
- The Lincoln Highway car show
- St. Augustine's Church (repurposed as a community center)
- A charming downtown and Main Street full of local shops
- Endless biking, hiking and scenic trails
- Hickson Petroglyph Recreation Area
Take a trip through time by visiting Austin, NV today. Talk to the Lander County Convention & Tourism Authority to discover more about the town.
Austin
Main Street Austin is a living document of the mining culture that created Nevada. Restaurants, B & Bs, gift shops featuring local gems and minerals, along with a few fine watering holes occupy the stone buildings. Some of the oldest churches west of the Mississippi are still standing, in a city that once had 10,000 residents, including St. Augustine's which is being re-purposed as a Central Nevada Cultural and Community Center. A nifty visitor center is on Main Street and there are maps to the old Pony Express Stations along Highway 50 at the County building or Austin Museum. An easy bike or simple drive to Stokes Castle west of town offers an iconic Great Basin view. Get your head out of that book and plan your visit here.
Austin is located on the western slopes of the Toiyabe Range at an elevation of 6605 feet. U.S. Route 50, the "Loneliest Road in America, " passes through the town. Although rich in history, this town is not a "ghost town." Austin's historic Main Street has motels, bed and breakfasts, RV parks, restaurants, gas stations and unique shops to visit. Austin is home to about 200 people.
More information is available here.
Travel Nevada
