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A Journey Across "The Loneliest Road in America": A Floridian’s Take
Loneliest Highway in America (Hwy. 50)的点评
点评：We were visiting Great Basin National Park, enjoying some incredible night sky photography (and a tour of Lehman Cave—highly recommended!) when we decided to tackle Highway 50, famously dubbed “The Loneliest Road in America.” For us, the name alone was an open invitation. Living in Florida, where the landscape is lush and lively, we find the desert’s vastness pretty fascinating.
After a cozy night at Whispering Elms in Baker, NV (great spot if you’re in the area!), we set out westbound. We did our homework on what we might encounter, but of course, the surprises made it even better. Here’s a rundown of our stops—and some highlights we probably missed. Oh, and fellow tourists? Practically non-existent. For us Floridians, that was a delightful change!
Stop #1: The Ward Charcoal Ovens
These peculiar beehive-shaped structures were built in 1876 to convert local timber into charcoal for a silver smelter nearby. They only operated until 1879, but they’re still standing, and they’re a fantastic photo op. Don’t skip this one if you like historical oddities!
Stop #2: Elk Viewing Area
We didn’t actually spot any elk here (although a huge herd surprised us near Great Basin NP), but we found a well-kept parking area with clean bathrooms—a win in any traveler’s book. If you’re luckier than us, you might catch sight of the elusive elk!
Stop #3: Success Loop Road
Just 2-3 miles east of Ely, this scenic 33-mile loop takes you up over a mountain pass and down into the valley north of Ely. We took it in a rental SUV, no problem (though we imagine winter might tell a different story). The drive is slow, winding, and scenic—perfect for taking in the landscape. We encountered only one other car, so it truly felt like we had the road to ourselves.
Stop #4: Ely, NV
This is your last solid stop for supplies: hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, and even a McDonald’s with free Wi-Fi. The railroad museum here is excellent, so if you’re a fan of trains, make a stop.
Stop #5: Garnet Hill
If you’re up for a bit of rock smashing, head over to Garnet Hill. Bring a hammer and start cracking rocks open—there’s garnet inside some of them! We did find a few, which made the stop worthwhile.
Stop #6: Eureka and Austin
Eureka is full of old, desert-worn buildings—perfect for photos. And in Austin, you can check out Stokes Castle, a strange and solitary stone structure with a unique history and a great view over the valley.
Stop #7: Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area
Along the way, you’ll spot signs for the Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area. It’s a quick detour to see ancient rock art—worth a stop if you’re into history and mystery. Keep your eyes open for the Shoe Tree and some quirky little diners and saloons along the way too!
Final Stop: Genoa Bar in Genoa, NV
We wrapped up our journey at the historic Genoa Bar, the oldest saloon in Nevada, established in 1853. This place has hosted everyone from Ulysses S. Grant to Teddy Roosevelt, John Wayne, and even Clint Eastwood. The list is long. Worth a visit.
Have the time? Give it a shot. We enjoyed the day.
After a cozy night at Whispering Elms in Baker, NV (great spot if you’re in the area!), we set out westbound. We did our homework on what we might encounter, but of course, the surprises made it even better. Here’s a rundown of our stops—and some highlights we probably missed. Oh, and fellow tourists? Practically non-existent. For us Floridians, that was a delightful change!
Stop #1: The Ward Charcoal Ovens
These peculiar beehive-shaped structures were built in 1876 to convert local timber into charcoal for a silver smelter nearby. They only operated until 1879, but they’re still standing, and they’re a fantastic photo op. Don’t skip this one if you like historical oddities!
Stop #2: Elk Viewing Area
We didn’t actually spot any elk here (although a huge herd surprised us near Great Basin NP), but we found a well-kept parking area with clean bathrooms—a win in any traveler’s book. If you’re luckier than us, you might catch sight of the elusive elk!
Stop #3: Success Loop Road
Just 2-3 miles east of Ely, this scenic 33-mile loop takes you up over a mountain pass and down into the valley north of Ely. We took it in a rental SUV, no problem (though we imagine winter might tell a different story). The drive is slow, winding, and scenic—perfect for taking in the landscape. We encountered only one other car, so it truly felt like we had the road to ourselves.
Stop #4: Ely, NV
This is your last solid stop for supplies: hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, gas stations, and even a McDonald’s with free Wi-Fi. The railroad museum here is excellent, so if you’re a fan of trains, make a stop.
Stop #5: Garnet Hill
If you’re up for a bit of rock smashing, head over to Garnet Hill. Bring a hammer and start cracking rocks open—there’s garnet inside some of them! We did find a few, which made the stop worthwhile.
Stop #6: Eureka and Austin
Eureka is full of old, desert-worn buildings—perfect for photos. And in Austin, you can check out Stokes Castle, a strange and solitary stone structure with a unique history and a great view over the valley.
Stop #7: Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area
Along the way, you’ll spot signs for the Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area. It’s a quick detour to see ancient rock art—worth a stop if you’re into history and mystery. Keep your eyes open for the Shoe Tree and some quirky little diners and saloons along the way too!
Final Stop: Genoa Bar in Genoa, NV
We wrapped up our journey at the historic Genoa Bar, the oldest saloon in Nevada, established in 1853. This place has hosted everyone from Ulysses S. Grant to Teddy Roosevelt, John Wayne, and even Clint Eastwood. The list is long. Worth a visit.
Have the time? Give it a shot. We enjoyed the day.
翻译：我们正在游览大盆地国家公园，欣赏一些令人惊叹的夜空摄影（以及游览雷曼洞穴——强烈推荐！），然后我们决定挑战 50 号公路，这条公路被誉为“美国最孤独的路”。对我们来说，光是这个名字就是一种公开邀请。我们住在佛罗里达州，这里的风景郁郁葱葱、生机勃勃，我们发现沙漠的广阔非常迷人。
在内华达州贝克的 Whispering Elms 度过了一个舒适的夜晚后（如果你在该地区，这是一个很棒的地方！），我们向西出发。我们做了功课，了解了可能会遇到什么，但当然，惊喜让一切变得更好。以下是我们停留的地点的简要介绍——以及我们可能错过的一些亮点。哦，还有其他游客吗？几乎没有。对于我们佛罗里达人来说，这是一个令人愉快的变化！
站点 #1：沃德炭炉
这些奇特的蜂巢形建筑建于 1876 年，用于将当地木材转化为木炭，供附近的银冶炼厂使用。它们只运营到 1879 年，但仍然屹立不倒，而且是拍照的好地方。如果您喜欢历史奇观，千万不要错过这个站点！
站点 #2：麋鹿观景区
我们实际上并没有在这里发现任何麋鹿（尽管在大盆地国家公园附近有一大群麋鹿让我们感到惊讶），但我们找到了一个维护良好的停车场，里面有干净的浴室——这是任何旅行者的福音。如果您比我们幸运，您可能会看到难以捉摸的麋鹿！
站点 #3：成功环路
这条风景优美的 33 英里环路位于伊利以东 2-3 英里处，带您翻过山口，下到伊利北部的山谷。我们租了一辆 SUV 去那里，没有问题（尽管我们想象冬天可能会讲一个不同的故事）。一路上车速缓慢，蜿蜒曲折，风景优美——非常适合欣赏风景。我们只遇到了另一辆车，所以感觉这条路真的只有我们自己。
第四站：内华达州伊利
这是您最后一个可以购买补给的站点：酒店、餐厅、超市、加油站，甚至还有一家提供免费 Wi-Fi 的麦当劳。这里的铁路博物馆非常棒，所以如果您是火车迷，可以停下来。
第五站：石榴石山
如果您想砸石头，可以前往石榴石山。带上锤子，开始砸开石头——有些石头里面有石榴石！我们确实找到了一些，这让这次停留变得值得。
第六站：尤里卡和奥斯汀
尤里卡到处都是古老的、被沙漠侵蚀的建筑——非常适合拍照。在奥斯汀，您可以参观斯托克斯城堡，这是一座奇特而孤独的石头建筑，有着独特的历史，可以俯瞰山谷的美景。
第 7 站：希克森岩画休闲区
沿途，您会看到希克森岩画休闲区的标志。这是一个可以快速绕行的景点，可以欣赏古老的岩画——如果您对历史和神秘感兴趣，这里值得一游。沿途还要注意 Shoe Tree 和一些古怪的小餐馆和酒吧！
最后一站：内华达州热那亚的热那亚酒吧
我们在历史悠久的热那亚酒吧结束了我们的旅程，这是内华达州最古老的酒吧，成立于 1853 年。这个地方接待过从尤利西斯·S·格兰特到泰迪·罗斯福、约翰·韦恩甚至克林特·伊斯特伍德的所有人。名单很长。值得一游。
有时间吗？试试看。我们很享受这一天。
在内华达州贝克的 Whispering Elms 度过了一个舒适的夜晚后（如果你在该地区，这是一个很棒的地方！），我们向西出发。我们做了功课，了解了可能会遇到什么，但当然，惊喜让一切变得更好。以下是我们停留的地点的简要介绍——以及我们可能错过的一些亮点。哦，还有其他游客吗？几乎没有。对于我们佛罗里达人来说，这是一个令人愉快的变化！
站点 #1：沃德炭炉
这些奇特的蜂巢形建筑建于 1876 年，用于将当地木材转化为木炭，供附近的银冶炼厂使用。它们只运营到 1879 年，但仍然屹立不倒，而且是拍照的好地方。如果您喜欢历史奇观，千万不要错过这个站点！
站点 #2：麋鹿观景区
我们实际上并没有在这里发现任何麋鹿（尽管在大盆地国家公园附近有一大群麋鹿让我们感到惊讶），但我们找到了一个维护良好的停车场，里面有干净的浴室——这是任何旅行者的福音。如果您比我们幸运，您可能会看到难以捉摸的麋鹿！
站点 #3：成功环路
这条风景优美的 33 英里环路位于伊利以东 2-3 英里处，带您翻过山口，下到伊利北部的山谷。我们租了一辆 SUV 去那里，没有问题（尽管我们想象冬天可能会讲一个不同的故事）。一路上车速缓慢，蜿蜒曲折，风景优美——非常适合欣赏风景。我们只遇到了另一辆车，所以感觉这条路真的只有我们自己。
第四站：内华达州伊利
这是您最后一个可以购买补给的站点：酒店、餐厅、超市、加油站，甚至还有一家提供免费 Wi-Fi 的麦当劳。这里的铁路博物馆非常棒，所以如果您是火车迷，可以停下来。
第五站：石榴石山
如果您想砸石头，可以前往石榴石山。带上锤子，开始砸开石头——有些石头里面有石榴石！我们确实找到了一些，这让这次停留变得值得。
第六站：尤里卡和奥斯汀
尤里卡到处都是古老的、被沙漠侵蚀的建筑——非常适合拍照。在奥斯汀，您可以参观斯托克斯城堡，这是一座奇特而孤独的石头建筑，有着独特的历史，可以俯瞰山谷的美景。
第 7 站：希克森岩画休闲区
沿途，您会看到希克森岩画休闲区的标志。这是一个可以快速绕行的景点，可以欣赏古老的岩画——如果您对历史和神秘感兴趣，这里值得一游。沿途还要注意 Shoe Tree 和一些古怪的小餐馆和酒吧！
最后一站：内华达州热那亚的热那亚酒吧
我们在历史悠久的热那亚酒吧结束了我们的旅程，这是内华达州最古老的酒吧，成立于 1853 年。这个地方接待过从尤利西斯·S·格兰特到泰迪·罗斯福、约翰·韦恩甚至克林特·伊斯特伍德的所有人。名单很长。值得一游。
有时间吗？试试看。我们很享受这一天。
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