Wild Nevada
Episode 403: Elko to Battle Mountain
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A tour of the California Trail Interpretive Center and then on to Battle Mountain.
Episode 403 – Elko to Battle Mountain:
Just outside of Elko is the California Trail Interpretive Center, an impressive facility dedicated to sharing the story of immigrant travel across the West. Chris and Dave discover some of the surprising facts and myths surrounding this history. Next, it’s on to Battle Mountain’s Cookhouse Museum and a warm introduction to the people and culture of this often overlooked central Nevada town, followed by an exciting ride along the Shoshone OHV Trails.
Resources from this episode:
- California Trail Interpretive Center
- Battle Mountain Cookhouse Museum
- Bureau of Land Management, Nevada
- Shoshone OHV Trail System
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