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| Las Vegas to Tonopah |
Heading to Tonopah, Nevada
The drive north to Reno or Carson City calls for an over-night stop at Tonopah, Nevada. We left Las Vegas about 11am and drove for some time before we actually got into the desert. The development around Vegas is staggering. Once in the desert we simply followed Route 95. We noticed that we were gradually climbing to higher altitude. Pretty scenery in every direction. We stopped for lunch at a service station outside Beatty to the north of town. They had toilets, Subway takeaway and a large shop selling sweets, etc. We had lunch there in the garden. Next point of interest was the ghost town, Goldfield. About Goldfield Looking at the attached website, I am sorry that we didn't stop and have a closer look at the buildings. We arrived in Tonopah about 2ish. We had booked at the Best Western. Across the street was a laundromat so you can guess what we did next.
Tonopah for the most part is a mining town. My guess is that most of the people staying at our motel were miners. Tonopah is an interesting little town with plenty to do. One rather humorous site is the Clown Motel which is located next to a cemetery. Interesting! If you are into astronomy, this is the place for you at night. You are miles from anywhere, hence, Tonopah has been voted No.1 Stargazing Destination in America by national newspaper - USA Today.
Laundry done, it was time to find somewhere to have dinner. You have probably guessed that we like to drop a few coins in gambling machines. Well, after dinner we had that opportunity at a nice little casino which is part of the Ramada Hotel. We had dinner there and the food was excellent. There is a grocery store next to the Ramada, if you need one.
Tomorrow - To Carson City
Tips -
1. Enjoy the scenery.
2. Remember that there aren't many places to stop and if you have time Goldfield looks interesting.
