Our walk around Austin was pretty much up the hill to the end of town and back to our car outside the International Hotel. (See this link about the history of the town - Austin, NV, history.) Actually, we could have spent much more time here. There is lots to see and it is a very friendly and welcoming town.
When we were finally out of the mountains, we passed a chap who was pulling a 8 foot long cross along the highway. We stopped to offer his some water, have a chat and then drove for about another 45 minutes to the historic mining town, Eureka. Upon arriving we shouted, 'Eureka', of course.
We stayed in a Best Western Hotel which was probably the most expensive hotel on our trip. But having said that, it was very nice and, of course, the price included a decent breakfast. We had dinner in an interesting, no frills Mexican restaurant just up the street called La Fiesta. Eureka seems to be in the heart of mining country. It has a sensational, state of the art High School complete with running track and football field. We believe that its construction is with the compliments of the local mining companies. The Fire Department (across the street from our hotel) is unmissable and also funded by the mining community. Quite a few of the people staying at the hotel were miners/riggers that travel quite away into the mountains. Here is a little clip of film showing our hotel and the main street.
Well folks, this has been a long day. It feels like it has taken longer to write about our experiences between Carson City and Austin.....but we did it. Must mention one more thing about Eureka. The town is located in Eureka County. Not a bad place to be if you want low taxes :).
Next to Caliente, Nevada, via Ely. More soon.
