Located 5,446 feet above sea level between the Ruby Mountains and the Elko Hills, Spring Creek, Nevada is a quiet, unincorporated town with a rural feel. “People mostly come here for the country setting and the acreage, because there is still a lot of good land out here,” says Kathy Polkonghorne of Coldwell Banker, who has nearly a decade of experience in the area. “It’s mostly families here who work in Elko but want some space and a place where they can easily park an RV or a few dirt bikes.” Spring Creek sits 14 miles east of Elko, known for its robust gold mining and medical industries. While Spring Creek is unincorporated, the Spring Creek Association organizes events and keeps the community looking nice throughout the year.
Many homes in Spring Creek are built on large lots.
Spring Creek residents enjoy mountain views.
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Homes on large lots in Spring Creek
The median price for a single-family home in Spring Creek is $400,000. “Typically, you’re getting at least an acre with your home,” says Polkonghorne. “But there are some more congested areas as Spring Creek fills up.” Houses typically sit on large lots off quiet roads; most homes are over 1,800 square feet with multicar garages. Many single-family homes were built in the 21st century, and larger homes with greater acreage on the outskirts of town have a higher price tag. Because it’s an unincorporated community, Spring Creek homes are on a septic system. The area has manufactured home parks located on the northern edge of town.
Spring Creek offers a variety of single family homes on generous lots.
Spring Creek homes are set on quiet family-friendly streets.
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Fishing at Spring Creek Marina
There’s no shortage of outdoor recreation in Spring Creek. “If you live in Spring Creek, you’re going to have plenty to do outside, especially in the summer,” says Polkonghornre. “The area has its own golf course and marina, which has a really nice walking loop.” The marina is stocked year-round with fish, and non-motorized boats are allowed on the water. The Spring Creek Sports Complex has four baseball diamonds and multiple football and soccer fields for youth sporting events. Locals can bring their horses to Horse Palace, an indoor arena for riding and lessons; the facility also has miles of trails around the building for outdoor riding. Hikers go 15 miles east to the Ruby Mountains to hike the Verdi Peak Trail. The Spring Creek Association puts on events throughout the year, ranging from the Christmas Cheermeister Home Decorating Contest to Family Movie Nights at the Marina.
Ducks swim in an icy pond in Spring Creek.
The Marina in Spring Creek is a fishing pond surrounded by nature.
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Dining in Elko
While Spring Creek has an active outdoor scene, the town doesn’t have much in the way of shopping and dining. “It’s pretty much limited to grocery stores and hardware stores,” says Polkonghorne. “There are a few restaurants in the area, but for the most part, if people want to have a night out, they head to Elko.” Most of Spring Creek’s restaurants serve American bar fare, but the town also has Chinese and Mexican restaurants. There are coffee shops and bars with live music. Elko has dozens of options 15 miles down the road.
Toki Ona has been serving Basque food in Spring Creek since 1990.
Get a quick bite and an espresso at the Mudd Hutt in Spring Creek.
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Spring Creek High offers college credit
Kids in the area attend the Elko County School District, which has a C-plus Niche rating. “We actually have four elementary schools, so no matter where you live in town, you’re not far from an elementary school,” says Polkonghorne. Kids attend Spring Creek Middle School and Spring Creek High; the high school offers dual enrollment with Great Basic College and career and technical education programs.
A student gets ready to go home from Spring Creek High School in Spring Creek.
Spring Creek’s Spring Creek Elementary School is home of the Bobcats.
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Elko Regional Airport
There are no bus routes in Spring Creek, but the county does offer an on-demand dial-a-ride program with service throughout the city. The transportation service also offers rides to Elko, Ryndon and Osino. Commuters can take Highway 227 for 15 miles to Elko, and Interstate 80 runs 240 miles east to Salt Lake City. The Elko Regional Airport offers limited daily flights to Salt Lake City. The Elko County Sheriff’s Office serves the town, and the FBI reports that violent crimes in the county have decreased over the past five years.
Elko Regional Airport in Spring Creek is about one mile west of downtown Elko.
Elko Regional Airport is a public airport located in Spring Creek.
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Mild summers and snowy winters
Because Spring Creek is so high above sea level, its climate is different than the rest of Nevada. Summers are mild, with highs in the mid-80s, and winters are chilly, with lows in the teens. On average, the town sees around 51 inches of snowfall per year.
Snow beautifies a desert scene in Spring Creek.
Spring Creek is surrounded by the Ruby Mountains.
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