Railfans from around the world come to Ely to photograph winter steam in early February each year. Photography workshops are typically intensive three-and-a-half-day experience that is based at photogenic Nevada Northern Railway, National Historic Landmark in Ely Nevada. Time stopped at the railroad. You will be able to hone your photography skills under the tutelage […]

Fire and Ice Winter Festival – 2023 It’s here: The Fire and Ice Winter Festival that celebrates everything White Pine County offers during the winter months. The community wide festival will once again have multiple events throughout the area for people of all ages. Locations include Nevada Northern Railway, downtown businesses, and Ward Mtn Recreation […]

The Bristlecone Birkebeiner Winterfest Race is a multi-sport winter event at the Ward Mountain Recreation Area, North Trailhead held on January 14th. Event options are cross-country ski, snowshoe, or fat tire bike! Weather is unpredictable in Ely. Sometimes there is enough snow, sometimes there is barely enough snow, or sometimes there is none! If there […]

Rotary Club Ice Fishing Derby – 2023 The ice fishing event of the year is right here in White Pine County on January 28th! Join the community and others for the 2023 Rotary Club of Ely Ice Fishing Derby at Comins Lake. Entry is $45. The VIP entry is $20 extra, which enters you in […]