Nelson Ghost Town with a bloody and nefarious past is one of the top spots to visit in Nevada. This is also one of the best motorcycle rides from Las Vegas. Here is all you need to know for this great ride.
Finding excellent roads to ride is one of the main priorities after buying a motorcycle.
Indian Scout Sixty at the Eldorado Canyon, Nevada
This exciting 100 miles round trip from Las Vegas to Nelson Ghost Town is one of the Best Motorcycle Rides in Nevada.
Once you get off the 95 freeway and head east on Nelson Cutoff Rd (NV-165 E), the next 19.5 spectacular miles to the Colorado river is a motorcyclist dream.
NV- 165 E entering Eldorado Canyon
If you are a motorcyclist, you should get familiar with Butler Motorcycle Maps. This stretch of Nelson Road entering Eldorado Canyon is rated G2 (Better Roads). One you should definitely pursue and ride.
Overlooking Eldorado Canyon on an Indian Scout Sixty
Indian Scout Sixty in Eldorado Canyon, Nevada
Off roading with a Indian Scout Sixty
You can go off-roading in the Eldorado Canyon, however, please make sure to preserve the landscape and the Cacti when you go off-road. We owe ourselves to be responsible riders and preserve the fragile nature. Don’t be a dirt bag!
Check the full episode of Nelson Ghost Town by clicking on the link above. I did get in trouble going off-road. Watch what happens.
NELSON GHOST TOWN
Nelson Ghost Town overlook from Eldorado Canyon
Discovered by the Spaniards in 1775 as El Dorado which essentially means “City of Gold”. This was an area rich in gold, silver, copper and lead.
The land was mostly settled by Civil War deserters, and was the site of one of the largest booms the state of Nevada ever encountered.
Nelson Ghost Town, Nevada
Frozen in time, Nelson Ghost Town Nevada
The town saw constant disagreements over ownership, management and labor disputes which resulted in wanton killings.
Looking in to the past at Nelson Ghost Town Nevada
Many of the army deserters from the civil war took refuge in this town due to its remote location and as a result there was rampant lawlessness and violence.
Gold and silver were discovered here in 1859 and the rush began in 1861.
Today this desolate tourist spot with a population of 37 is incredibly popular with photographers.
Photography will cost $10 per hour
Flying Drones costs $15 per hour
The owners live on the property and is how they make their living. So please be considerate and check-in before you wander off.
Please pay attention to all rules and regulations and be respectful.
Abandoned truck at Nelson Ghost Town Nevada
Crashed military plane at Nelson Ghost Town Nevada
This is not an actual military plane crash, in reality, this is a movie set built specifically for the 2001 film 3000 Miles to Graceland.
5 miles from Nelson Ghost Town the ride culminates at the Nelson Landing by the Colorado river. This stretch of the road is rated G1 (Best Road) by Butler Motorcycle Maps and it doesn’t get any better.
NELSON’S LANDING
Colorado river at Nelson’s Landing
In its heyday, Nelson’s Landing at the Colorado river is where the steamboats would dock to pick up all the Gold, Silver, Copper and Lead to transport it out.
The entire landing and village was destroyed during a flash flood on September 14, 1974 killing nine people.
Colorado river at Nelson’s Landing
In conclusion, this trip is one of the best motorcycle rides in Nevada and should be on your “must do” list. However, make sure to ride with a full tank of gas and plan your trip accordingly as there are no services in the area.
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