The Loneliest Road in America
Visitor Services
Visitor services are located in Silver Springs, Fernley, Hazen, Fallon, Austin, Eureka, Ely, and Baker. Life magazine described Highway 50 as the Loneliest Road in America and said that...[more]
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Fees There are no tolls or fees to travel along this road. |
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Food There are places to buy food along this byway. |
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Gasoline Gasoline is available. |
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Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway. |
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Retail There are places to shop along this byway. |
NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.
Special Considerations
Seasons along the highway vary between towns. Winter and spring can be very unpredictable. This area has snow and rain storms through winter and early spring. In some of the towns along the highway you may be required to use chains or have 4WD.
Restrictions
During winter months, it may be required to use chains or have 4WD in some of the towns.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Summer and Fall
- High Season
Summer
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along The Loneliest Road in America, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
- Nevada





