Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site — Attraction in Nevada

We got lucky! Was taking a drive through the beautiful area of Rainbow Canyon, about 20 miles away from Caliente and decide to drive to the school house! They are open the first Saturday of the month and there were two Park officials there to share the history of the school house. Being an educator it was so intriguing and full of history. Really enjoyed it and recommend stopping if you are ever out there in the first Saturday of the month! If you visit any of the other parks (Keyshawn Ryan, Cathedral Gorge) your day pass covers admission and donations...

Though the schoolhouse itself is only opened occasionally or by appointment, it is a lovely glimpse into the past. The building houses a single schoolroom (kindergarten through 8th grade were taught there), a kitchen, and a bedroom for the school teacher. Out front is some old-school playground equipment that will shock anyone used to rubberized mats and plastic structures. The drive through Rainbow Canyon is absolutely gorgeous and worth the trip on its own, just beware of flash flooding that can happen with any hint...

I travel south to Elgin from Caliente. The trip is a 21 mile drive through Rainbow Canyon on the I-317. It is like a well kept secret. Wild horses, petroglyphs, pictographs, and the train to boot. Spectacular scenery and a real intimate experience for the railroad enthusiast. When you get to the schoolhouse and see where you are at, you should take a few hours to hang out. Enjoy the train going by, it is absolutely thrilling to here that whistle. Do know that there are no facilities so, you may have to squat to pee....