"Loneliest Road In America: Once In A Lifetime Road Trip"

Embark on an epic three-day journey along the storied expanse of US Highway 50, famously dubbed the 'Loneliest Road In America' by Life Magazine. Spanning 230 miles from Ely to Fallon, Nevada, this adventure is a deep dive into the heart of the American West, where history and rugged beauty converge.
My voyage begins in Ely, where we explore the fascinating historic railroad museum, delving into the rich heritage of the railroads that once dominated this landscape. A visit to the local mining and town museum further unravels the area's storied past, while a leisurely walk through downtown Ely offers a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era.
As we traverse the Lincoln Highway, the journey weaves through the quaint towns of Eureka and Austin, showcasing the timeless charm of small-town America. The night spent at the Middlegate stagecoach stop is a highlight, providing a unique experience reminiscent of the Old West.
Continuing towards Fallon, the drive is punctuated with stops at mesmerizing sand dunes and historic Lincoln Highway markers, each narrating tales of yesteryear. This road trip is not just a travel experience but a journey through time, revealing the layers of history and natural beauty that define this iconic stretch of highway.
Join me on this once-in-a-lifetime road trip across Nevada's mountains and deserts, and discover the solitude, history, and breathtaking landscapes of America's Loneliest Road.
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[@MyGreenLawn2019]

I see your using Drone footage, I would assume you have your FAA Part 107a? It is required to use drone footage on KZbin. If you dont you may want to consider getting it, I know people who have been contacted by the FAA, fined and have had their videos pulled down. New friend here, love your videos, please be sure to get your Part 107a if you dont already have it

[@killacrush3437]

You're an amazing narrator. It will be a pleasure to hear you over a Christmas 🎄 movie

[@shellyrusek8035]

@@MyGreenLawn2019 Russ has had his FAA license for a couple of years now, so he is okay.

[@MyGreenLawn2019]

@@shellyrusek8035 that’s awesome I can’t wait to get mine so I can use drone footage. I just brought it up cuz I have been many channels taken down or videos removed and content creators fined. I love the channel and I’m glad he’s legal so we can keep this great content up! Peace ✌️

[@shellyrusek8035]

​@@MyGreenLawn2019 Ahhhh....you will LOVE your drone. Yes, Russ knows all about the FFA and the fines. When he first heard about the fines (over 2 years ago) he decided to get his license and be "legal". Thank you for being part of the RVerTV "family".

[@cbwilson2398]

As the son of a Forest Service employee and as a summer worker for the Bureau of Land Management as a young man in the sixties, I appreciate that you value the work of these agencies

[@carolynizzard7585]

I like your travels

[@lloydbaker6988]

Hey, Hey. IT'S OUR FREIND RVerTV Russ Thanks for letting us Ride along with you my Friend. 👍

[@rvertv]

Any time

[@haydenstore8607]

Using that drone makes all the difference Russ, that was a good investment, keep up the good work you are well appreciated as you know -

[@davidmay3348]

Man i really love what your doing here. For those of us who cant do what your doing your camera work is awesome. Thanks a ton for doing this trip.

[@lauriechristmas5494]

Sure wish I was your passenger … You are traveling my dreams … Thank you . … So appreciate it … Safe travels Russ 💯💯❤️❤️🙏🙏😀😀🤠🤠🌴🌴🌴🌴🌵🌵🌹🌹🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tangie777uk]

THAT WAS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING .THANKYOU RUSS

[@IDNHANTU2day]

I actually love this long session. I saw it in parts and it was pleasant to sit at my PC and have a something to look forward to watch every 15 minutes or so. Thanks Russ. I sensed some Deja Vue.

[@CrashTestPrivate]

I got ridiculously excited when I saw this!!! Thank you, Russ!!

[@scottepterrell7441]

Thank you so much for sharing/showing us part of Merica that we'd never otherwise see. God bless you and safe travels.

[@shellyrusek8035]

I ABSOLUTELY love the longer video. Felt like I was watching a documentary. Keep em' coming Russ.

[@rvertv]

Awesome, thank you!

[@josieruiz3946]

I went through HW 50 when I was very young with my father, mother and brother . It's so different brings back memories. Thank You Russ and Lord Bless You and Keep You Safe. I'm now 74 yrs old I was about 8 and my brother 9 seems long time ago.

[@ujjallayek785]

Ohhhh !! Thanks for sharing your memory sir

[@lotuspod17axemaster93]

I love all your videos but the video of Kingman Arizona really hit home because Kingman is mostly my hometown because my ties go all the way back to 1977 to the present because my daughter and her family still live there including her mom and family so I can't thank you enough for bringing me home 🙏♥️

[@dansmith-ee9po]

Thank You, I appreciate you taking the time and effort to share this with Al of us!! Nicely done been watching all morning 😊

[@nealhathaway2004]

Good job! I drove that road in 96. A young man on his way to adventure, scared but undaunted. That road changed my life.

[@smokingfoxx]

What a great field trip! Thanks for driving Russ!

[@ElwoodAndersonNV]

That was epic, Russ! When I traveled that road, I missed all that stuff. I guess I'll have to do it again, and this time take a week! I didn't realize there were so many places to camp and see petroglyphs. I've been through Ely many times to visit my daughter's family in Idaho. I visited the railroad museum multiple times and took the train out to Ruth, but missed the city museum. Thanks a bunch for that movie. I really enjoyed it!

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Lived in Ruth for 18 years... loved and hated it. Winter, for example: hard nope doing it again, lol.

[@steveworthington8954]

Have been there and stayed in Hotel Nevada, rode the train and explored the whole town, even found the bethel ,located in downtown ely. Wonderful trip and loved all the people . Don’t miss going to Ely. Then went all the way across the loneish road in America and it is . Wonderful state of Nevada.

[@larrymiller8210]

Just missed you at Quartzite! Bought some games at the game store, also I got one of your stickers! Thanks for the year Russ. Have a Merry Christmas!

[@doctorartphd6463]

We really appreciate your sharing these videos. Thank you, Russ.

[@bluebird3027]

What a great trip across this open hyway..thank you❤ ❤ v❤

[@lynetteswinburn5408]

It's icy cold and foggy here and we are enjoying a sunny adventure with you. Very fun video, thanks for sharing, particularly in this long format.

[@kevinamsteam7816]

Little Known Fact: The pony express was EXPENSIVE! To deliver a letter via pony express was $60 back in the money of that time. In today's dollar, that would be $2152.13 now THAT is an expensive letter! hahahaha

[@Mindswamp]

Hands down, one of the most well done and informative offerings I have seen in some time.

[@justinebuckleywright1302]

Thank you so much for the parade video and Merry Christmas to you Russ.😊

[@MsFita1]

Oh my goodness!! This was a fantastic (quick) trip! I've been on so many of your trips, that I feel like a well seasoned traveler. All the places that I can tell my friends about...lol thank you for the journey...

[@thomaswinnen4365]

I must say you've out done yourself with this video... I love all your previous videos and when they end I long for more. I myself would love more longer videos as this with your great adventures 😊 again thank you.. Keep on truck'n! YAY!!!

[@gregprince2523]

Brings back trucking memories Russ.... I've been across that road east and west 100's of times always seen new stuff and beautiful sunsets, sunrises....

[@wanderinggypsy336]

Always enjoyed the trip across in my Ol' truck. Many good memories!

[@wanderinggypsy336]

I'm a owner operator flatbeder and been down 50 hundreds of times myself, many good memories.

[@peterparker9057]

Nevada trip is one of the best once in lifetime series. Train workshop is really impressive and incredible that it is still open to the public and maintained well. Come to know that Americans respect history and heritage. Thought that Nevada is full of just desert and mountains. But lots of things to see. You journey taught me a lot and you are a real pioneer to the West. Thank you 😊😊😊. RVerTY van is always following you lol 😂

[@ksr1177]

Thanks again Russ for another super cool video. Planning road in the spring will differently check some of these places out.

[@mlwtennessee322]

I enjoyed this so much. Thank you for allowing me to travel with you!

[@ferraritoybox]

Thx that was great ride & drone views, hope to see more

[@shirleyearllina]

I just finished watching your three days of traveling highway 50 . Thank you Russ .

[@Solo-Road]

I'm moving from the eastern US to Colorado. Looking forward to having an opportunity to drive across Nevada.

[@lilrusty6720]

What a fantastic trip and video, Russ. Am i surprised? Of course not. You’re the best.

[@JesusFlores-cp6it]

A U S T I N... memories Back in 2003 I made a trip from Las Vegas to Battle Mountain. Id remenber went thru Austin and look like nathing had change. In 2008 became a truck driver. I remenber pick up a load in Twin Falls, ID. Stoped in Wells NV to fuel; drove for two or three hours driving Id get to Ely where I spended one night. It was so dark but the sky was so bright because of the stars. The next day I continued my way all the way to my delivery in Ontario, CA. Since then... "I keep on trucking"

[@ADONAIsays-so]

we stayed in Ely last fall and went down to Vegas on the other route, and like these, I can't imagine what they did for water in all these little places and outpost..

[@melbaparadise179]

Todo muy bello hasta el cielo con sus nubes blancas 👍 exelente y gracias por sus vídeos, desde Panamá saludos, para los que no tenemos la oportunidad de viajar, realmente vivimos el momento..

[@FernandoGambol-ur8fd]

What a nice to watch the historic places.. specialy in america

[@thinkingkingdomthoughts]

I used to live in Albany Ohio. State Route 50 runs thru there. From there to Cincinnati, Ohio About 2.5 hour drive that I used to call lonely. I’ve almost fallen asleep on that stretch of road lol Thanks for sharing!

[@estelleadamski308]

We were on this road back in 74, on a cross country trip from CA to CT. We left Oroville, drove all day and spent the nite in Delta, UT. But, this is more fun and in depth. Quite a interesting road!

[@caroliram1982]

I really enjoyed your trip across North Dakota. Thanks for sharing that with us.

[@justinebuckleywright1302]

Thank you for the beautiful video😊

[@seymourrivers6169]

Two plus hours!🎉

[@arneminderman3770]

Thank you, greate !!! Greatings from the netherlands.

[@appletree-fl2jp]

me and my wife just did a road trip from Ohio all the way to Las Vegas in our RV and I have to say it was a blast just driving and camping .

[@specialopssoldier1]

i love this.. keep up the great work! hope you do one for Route 66

[@pixseedustaerialimaging8191]

I have over time noticed that Nevada takes good care of their roads.

[@wendyvecchione8022]

That is correct lived in 8 states nothing like the Nevada roads.

[@rodneyblackburn6406]

Thanks for taking us along on your Drive through the " Loneliest Road in America ",, Very informative and interesting,,

[@dwlui1412]

Thanks for the marvelous journey. Felt as if I just had a personalized private tour of this beautiful wide open highway.

[@bhendrikabel]

Great video, great trip. This is what i love about the USA. One day, you are the beautiful coastroad, the next day tou are in the dessert and the day after that your are on a beautiful mountain top. I watched the full video. It was calming and i wish i could be there right now. Did my first roadtrip this year in the USA, going from San Francisco, Highway 1, Morro Bay, Sequoia, , Death Valley, Vegas, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Horshoe Bend, Moab, Bryce Canyon, Escalante, Salt Lake City, June Lake (check it out, it's beautiful overthere), Lake Tahoe, Crater lake, Pacific City, Newport and back to San Francisco. I drove 5000 miles and loved every minute of it. But the best roads for a roadtrip are the lonely roads. Like this, beautiful, what a scenery, what piece and quiet, what a feeling of freedom. I will definitly go back and this road will be on the route of that trip. Thanks !!!

[@inspireaspire278]

My introduction to Nevada was upto Reno.I did peep through window looking at sign board reading sun downer. Old steam engines were also run on oil, Railway museum of York has lot to project.

[@wendysturd]

Radio shack here in Ely is going strong lol. Thanks for this video I enjoyed watching.

[@dennisschofield3357]

Great video! Especially enjoyed the Nevada Northern train maintenance facility. Thanks!

[@john89720]

Hello John from the UK. Justt like to say, thank you for posting. Very enjoyable 🙂

[@lauriechristmas5494]

My goodness .. A shoe tree!!! 😀😀❤️💯 … I Only knew of the shoe tree on Hwy 62 near Rice CA (heading East from Yucca Valley going to the “River”!!! … I just moved away from Yucca Valley (CA) to HEMET CA … Wow Not what I wanted 😱😢😢 …. BUT that shoe tree was a huge landmark before the agricultural inspection station … IF YOU ever go back to Hwy 62 … Please visit Joshua Tree National Park (2 entrances off Hwy 62 / 1 entrance off the I-10) .. BEST EVER … Used to visit that MORONGO Valley Basin area … (from MORONGO Valley all the way to Twentynine Palms) … After 10 years of living in Yucca Valley I recently moved here to be closer to my children … So much to see up there!!! … I could even show you some really COOL places !!! They DO NOT DISAPPOINT … Thank you so very much for your travels and posts!!! Just found you so recently … God had a plan … and showed me you & your adventures!!! .. Safe travels 💯💯❤️❤️😀😀🙏🙏🌹🌴🌴🌴🌴🌵🌵🤠👍

[@ShelleeGraham]

Great job Russ-love US 50 & Lincoln Highway 🛣 . Thanks for showing PETROGLYPHS! Very interesting indeed.

[@tholei11]

I really like the change of shots from directly onto the street, fixing a certain point on the side, stop and drone shots.

[@craigtroescher9589]

Can't carbon date rocks. Only organic materials

[@retirementbootcampoff-grid237]

When I was a kid, Ely was a dream destination for me. In my mind more off-the-trail and mysterious than New York or Paris, so thank you for taking me there...

[@terryhoskins5988]

I like to watch you guys I’ve never been to Mammoth and don’t think I’ll never get there but I enjoy watching what happens in the area and learning about the region

[@rva1945]

Thank you for your videos! The narration is so inviting! You lucky Americans have such a nice country that I visited a few times!

[@bennetts-revenge_2]

Been all over Nevada when my husband was an OTR trucker loved it

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

🙋Hello Russ! I enjoyed the scenery, seeing these little towns, & some of the highlights each offered. 👍

[@cammieg4381]

So cool to see the Shoe Tree again!!! Last time I was there was 20 years ago - many more shoes back then, but there were also many more large branches too - which, from your excellent aerial footage, I see those branches have broken off from the weight of the shoes. The branches are perfect for shoe shopping! LOL: Loved the petroglyphs...there are many more but it's a different road; probably many different roads! Fell in love with Nevada then and wonderful to see it again. Thanks for the trip!

[@easttnrailray5685]

I absolutely love this video the railroad museum was very cool I would love to go see that.

[@creativeartist2]

Very relaxed Russ, feels like family vacation hubby said. A+ video😃🤠🌵🐍

[@drgarymair1107]

Hello from an American living in Germany happy new year

[@francishui5498]

Hi Russ.l first time watch long journey.about American city town Dekota.Vigeria.very good view.and local history..thanks

[@elainefrye9239]

I’ve stayed in that KOA three times, Eureka and Austin are super cool. Safe travels!

[@kristinehavey7564]

Nice Russ how fun to see all this and history wow

[@lotuspod17axemaster93]

Awesome car show I am currently restoring a 70 dodge dart swinger 440 awesome surprise thank you

[@hirameberhardt8643]

Thanks for the ride, keep on truckin.

[@davidguilford3356]

We watched when you did this. Inspired us to do that trip. We centered on ghost towns and mining history. Alot of interesting things out there.

[@TheCamper83]

Great Basin National Park campgrounds are a slice of heaven! Especially the upper 2 Campgrounds!

[@yelapa999]

I miss your lovely 1080/60 here, but I'd rather have this special footage at any resolution! Thanks.

[@ricfly52]

I have spent a lot of time in Ely. I lived there when I was 6 but don't remember much. But living in southern Nevada I used to drive thru and stay there a lot heading to Idaho.

[@lotuspod17axemaster93]

You should start adding sun up and sundown to your videos I bet you could get some stunning images absolutely beautiful my friend thanks again

[@ricfly52]

Thanks Russ. It brought back a lot of memories.

[@teresaarvidson44]

I REALLY ENJOY YOUR TRIPS, AND YOUR LOVE OF OLD CARS AND MUSEUMS. YOUR COMMENTARIES ARE ARE FUNNY, ID LOVE TO BE ON A JOURNEY WITH YOU THROUGH THESE PLACES..THANK YOU FOR SHARING THESE WITH US.

[@texasgina]

Back in the 80s my sons father and I were young and we were hiking around near Perris California and we found a mine shaft. And the reason that cemetery was on both sides of the road is because it was one big cemetery once before they put that road in

[@onehot57]

Hi Russ I was shocked to see the Lincoln highway with the number 50, I live just off the Lincoln highway here in Valparaiso In and here it’s route 30, so I looked up it history to find out Tia it has 3 numbers 30, 40 and 50. Thanks for the history lesson!

[@lindabradford9591]

I'm in Hebron. I was surprised to see 50 was Lincoln highway also.

[@AnsonMaddocks]

Good work!

[@imagseer]

Russ, excellent video and Ely, just wow with all that history so well preserved!

[@joshuabennett8110]

2017 I went on a road trip from Toledo to Newport Beach, California. Stayed in Denver for a week and then drove to Sacramento. I accidentally found myself on the loneliest road in America, because I apparently don't know how to read maps..lol. When I left Denver I took the fastest route to Sacramento. And I honestly didn't pay attention to the route, because I was under the impression that I -70 just kept going. Little did I realize that I-70 ended at I-15. So I just kept following the route and it took me to US 50. Got sleepy right at the Utah/ Nevada state line and grab a couple minutes of rest. But sleeping in a Mustang kinda suck, so I pressed on. Once I started driving, I noticed the street signs and it kept saying "The loneliest road in America " . To my surprise I realized that I was driving through the desert in the middle of the night. At first, I wasn't happy. But just kept going and started to actually enjoy it. Sometime I pulled over and watched the sunrise, turned off the car and just enjoyed the silence of the desert. Highly recommended that if you get the chance to experience this roadway, it will be something you'll never forget.

[@Elhastezy888]

Incredible Post!🩶 So glad you shared

[@lockdot2]

Amazing video! Thanks! Merry Christmas! I also heard that Route 6, between Tonopah, NV, and Ely, NV, is also a Very empty road. 167 Miles without services.

[@r.g.8416]

Thanks for posting Russ👍, Great job. I drove hwy 50 reno to Pueblo Co. this spring in May. Amazing trip endless mountains and valleys with the only sign of civilization is the road in front of you. 😊 🙋‍♂️ Randy - iowa

[@Go4Corvette]

Thanks for the tour, Russ. There was a horse next to that shoe tree you could see him when you were flying over it. Take care, Mike

[@petertonelli2761]

Awesome videos my friend,love travelling around US.

[@jesscarey7666]

Very cool Russ!!

[@Sasquatchprospector]

Cool trip, lots to see and do. Awesome video!

[@barbarareed2041]

We were at the car show. We were driving to the loneliest road to go to Lake Tahoe and happened to see it. Enjoyed a corndog.

[@kristinehavey7564]

Thank you I love trains

[@michaelbocchino584]

Very cool thank you for sharing really cool 😎

[@JanelleVocate-Ames]

YAY!!!!

[@kathikamholz2100]

My cousin lives in Ely now. Seems so very cool

[@J_Calvin_Hobbes]

While browsing trails to travel for a meandering UTV overlanding adventure, I put a marker in Gaiagps for fuel / supplies at Ely, NV. I was just thinking a 3G pit stop - gas, grub & go, but I will definitely be staying at least for a day, thanks to your presentation! Great content, new subscriber 🙂 The long form production is awesome!

[@rvertv]

thank you. more long videos to come in the next few weeks

[@FrenchmansFlats51]

hi greetings from Ely

[@ralphsanchico2452]

I know my Mini Van will get me between 375-400 to the tank, but I would still be nervous about running out seeing how long that scenic drive is. Must be nice having a diesel engine! You're the Best Russ!

[@ukjeeper]

Did a motorcycle trip, in 2018, following the Trans America Trail. Took a detour along highway 50 from Fallon, spending the night in Ely, to just over the Utah state line, before turning north and following the dirt trails of the Pony Express route, all the way up to West Wendover. Highway 50 could definitely could qualify for 'loneliest road', but i didn't see a single soul for 150 miles once off the loneliest road.

[@Marcy.Duvall]

I am SO in love with trains!