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  • Home
  • Plan A Visit
    • The Center
    • Directions & Hours
    • In & Around Elko
    • Group Visits
  • Events
    • Event Calendar
    • Upcoming Events List
    • California Trail Days
    • Program Gallery
  • News
  • Education
    • History & Events
    • Landmarks & Geology
    • People & Culture
    • For Teachers
    • For Kids
    • Mobile App
    • Digital Library
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Resource Links
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Mission Statement
    • Support The Center
    • Job Opportunities
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Videos
  • Shop

People & Culture

Learn about the people that traveled west and enjoy the rich heritage of the cultures that California Trail Center in Elko, Nevada, brings to life.
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Frontier Medical Bag

Frontier Doctors: Medicine Along The California Trail

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Stephens Townsend Murphy Party Marker

Stephens Townsend Murphy Party

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Joseph Chiles

Joseph Chiles

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John Bidwell

John Bidwell

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Restored Photograph Of Kit Carson

Christopher “Kit” Carson

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John A Sutter

John Sutter

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Chief Truckee

Chief Truckee

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Col-John-J-Myers

Colonel John Jack Myers

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Bidwell-Bartleson Party

Bidwell-Bartleson Party

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Mg 4230

Washoe Indian Tribe

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Paiute Numa Indians

Numa Indians (Northern Paiute)

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Shoshone Women

Western Shoshone

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The Simplicity Of Pioneer Life

The Simplicity Of Pioneer Life

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California Trail Center

Brief History of Native Americans

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Shoshone Mural

Tribes On The California Trail

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California Trail Pioneers

California Trail Pioneers

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Konkow Maidu Tribe

Konkow Maudi Tribe

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California Trail Mountain Man

Mountain Men

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Mountain Man Faq

Mountain Men FAQ

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Jedediah Smith

Jedediah Smith

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Donner Reed Party Facts

7 Facts You Didn’t Know About The Donner-Reed Party

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California Trail Center

Ox Talks

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California Gold Rush Miners

Miners On The California Trail

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How Would You Fare On The California Trail?

How would you fare?

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Throwin' Thursdays
30 Jun
Thursday 06/30/2022    
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Special
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Throwin' Thursdays - Knife Throwing
Throwin' Thursdays - Knife Throwing
Thursday 07/07/2022    
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Family
  • Special
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
More Info
Storytime and Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
Friday 07/08/2022    
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Childrens
  • Family
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Full-ish Moon Hike at South Fork Meadows Trail
Full-ish Moon Hike at South Fork Meadows Trail
Friday 07/08/2022    
9:00 pm-10:30 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Evening
  • Hiking
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
Sunday 07/10/2022    
10:00 am-11:00 am
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Family
  • Hiking
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Throwin' Thursdays - Bow & Arrow
Throwin' Thursdays - Bow & Arrow
Thursday 07/14/2022    
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Childrens
  • Family
  • Special
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Storytime and Craft Fridays - Patty Reed's Doll/Clothespin Doll Craft
Storytime and Craft Fridays - Patty Reed's Doll/Clothespin Doll Craft
Friday 07/15/2022    
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Childrens
  • Family
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
Sunday 07/17/2022    
10:00 am-11:00 am
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Family
  • Hiking
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Throwin' Thursdays - Axe Throwing
Throwin' Thursdays - Axe Throwing
Thursday 07/21/2022    
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Childrens
  • Family
  • Special
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Storytime and Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
Friday 07/22/2022    
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Childrens
  • Family
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Using a Map and Compass
Using a Map and Compass
Saturday 07/23/2022    
10:00 am-11:00 am
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Childrens
  • Family
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Night Sky Sights and Sounds
Night Sky Sights and Sounds
Saturday 07/23/2022    
8:45 pm-10:15 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Evening
  • Family
  • Special
This event is NOT at the Trail Center. It will be held at Great Basin College Ampitheater, 1500 College Pkwy, in Elko.   Join the [...]
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Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
Sunday 07/24/2022    
10:00 am-11:00 am
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Family
  • Hiking
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
More Info
Throwin' Thursdays - Atlatl
Throwin' Thursdays - Atlatl
Thursday 07/28/2022    
1:00 pm-2:30 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Childrens
  • Family
  • Special
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
More Info
Storytime and Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
Friday 07/29/2022    
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Childrens
  • Family
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
More Info
Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
Sunday 07/31/2022    
10:00 am-11:00 am
California Trail Interpretive Center
  • Family
  • Hiking
In order to better serve our visitors and deliver more focused programming, we are now asking that attendees RSVP for scheduled programs and activities using: [...]
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Events on Thursday 06/30/2022
30 Jun
Throwin' Thursdays
30 Jun 22
Elko
Events on Thursday 07/07/2022
Throwin' Thursdays - Knife Throwing
Throwin' Thursdays - Knife Throwing
7 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Friday 07/08/2022
Storytime And Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
8 Jul 22
Elko
Full-Ish Moon Hike At South Fork Meadows Trail
Full-ish Moon Hike at South Fork Meadows Trail
8 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Sunday 07/10/2022
Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
10 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Thursday 07/14/2022
Throwin' Thursdays - Bow &Amp; Arrow
Throwin' Thursdays - Bow & Arrow
14 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Friday 07/15/2022
Storytime And Craft Fridays - Patty Reed'S Doll/Clothespin Doll Craft
Storytime and Craft Fridays - Patty Reed's Doll/Clothespin Doll Craft
15 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Sunday 07/17/2022
Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
17 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Thursday 07/21/2022
Throwin' Thursdays - Axe Throwing
Throwin' Thursdays - Axe Throwing
21 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Friday 07/22/2022
Storytime And Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
22 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Saturday 07/23/2022
Using A Map And Compass
Using a Map and Compass
23 Jul 22
Elko
Night Sky Sights And Sounds
Night Sky Sights and Sounds
23 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Sunday 07/24/2022
Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
24 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Thursday 07/28/2022
Throwin' Thursdays - Atlatl
Throwin' Thursdays - Atlatl
28 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Friday 07/29/2022
Storytime And Craft Fridays
Storytime and Craft Fridays
29 Jul 22
Elko
Events on Sunday 07/31/2022
Nature Walk Sundays
Nature Walk Sundays
31 Jul 22
Elko
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Who We Are

Southern Nevada Conservancy, a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas, NV, works cooperatively with the Bureau of Land Management through a formal agreement to provide education, informational, and other public services that will add to visitors understanding and enjoyment of the California Trail Interpretive Center. These programs include California Trail Interpretive Center programs, interpretive programming, volunteer management, retail operations, social media outreach, and this website.

Our Mission

Visit the California Trail
  • California Trail Facts
  • Educator Resource Guide
  • Exhibits
  • Group Visits
  • Hike the Trails
Operating Hours

Beginning May 1st The Trail Center will be open 7 days a week, from 8:30am-5:00pm.

The center is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

RV & Bus Parking is available. There is currently no fee to visit our site.

Get In Touch

California Trail Interpretive Center
1 Interpretive Center Way
Hunter Exit 292
Elko, Nevada 89801

General Information
Phone: (775) 738-1849

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