Westward Expansion History and Animal Sanctuary Visit onto Reno

You first stop is just outside of Elko at the California Trail Center. This modern building houses many exhibits and dioramas about the westward expansion and contributions of emigrants to develop the American identity.
You'll learn about the tragedy of the Donner Party and adventures from the California Gold Rush. You can also hike the surrounding trails, participate in an interpretive program, and get your questions answered by staff.
Hours Wednesday-Sunday: 9 am - 4:30pm Closed Monday and Tuesday.
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Head into the town of Winnemucca to the Winnemucca Pizzeria for a lunch break. This hometown pizzeria features all the traditional pizzas, calzones, salads, pastas, and paninis.
Try a specialty pizza like the Potato Rosemary with thinly sliced red potatoes, fresh rosemary, bacon, mozzarella, and white sauce. Another pizza you won't see else where is the Quinn River featuring carne asada, jalapeno, onion, mozzarella, and white sauce.