Why go
- City in Nevada, United States.
- Served by Wells Municipal Airport/Harriet Field (LWL).
History
Elko is a city in and the county seat of Elko County, Nevada, United States. As of the 2020 census, Elko had a population of 20,564. Elko serves as the center of the Ruby Valley, a region with a population of over 55,000. Elko is 21 miles (34 km) from Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, providing year-round access to recreation, including hiking, skiing, hunting, and more than 20 alpine lakes. The city straddles the Humboldt River. Spring Creek, Nevada, serves as a bedroom community 6 miles (10 km) from the city with a population of 13,805.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 1 direct destination
- Delta Air Lines DL (EM2) · 1 route: Salt Lake City
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Wells Municipal Airport/Harriet Field (LWL); 10 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: EKO has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Salt Lake City).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Elko, Nevada. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.