Wells: Hotels between history and recreation

These themes raise different questions for planning: What would you like to learn about the area, which activity should take center stage, or are you planning your trip around an event? Starting with that priority can help you focus your search for a hotel in Wells.

Landscape of springs and local history

A distinctive starting point is Humboldt Wells: the cluster of springs, also called Wells, formed the headwaters of the Humboldt River. Wagon ruts from the historic trail have also been preserved at Humboldt Wells. This brings together two different aspects of the area's history: the landscape of springs at the headwaters and the physical traces of a historic route. The Western Shoshone have also lived in and around present-day Wells for thousands of years. Their long presence is a distinct historical and cultural point of reference, broadening the perspective beyond the trail's history.

Another point of interest for visitors is Old Town Wells. A historic walking tour leads through town; with a Historic District brochure, visitors can see buildings that are about a hundred years old. This lets you explore Wells's history through its preserved buildings as well, and include the tour as a focus in your plans.

Road connections and recreational offerings

Wells is at the junction of Interstate 80 and US Highway 93. If you want to combine a drive on these roads with an overnight stay, you can consider Wells as a possible stop in your route planning. Its location on these two roads is a concrete point of reference when weighing possible places to stop along the route.

The recreational offerings include a range of different activities. Wells has miles of trails used by off-road drivers, as well as motocross activities. The Chimney Rock Municipal Golf Course in Wells opened in 1976; it is a public nine-hole golf course. For travelers interested in golf, the number of holes is a specific point of reference for assessing the course; off-roading and motocross appeal to other recreational interests. This lets you distinguish between these different activity options when planning your trip.

Include events in your plans

Wells hosts a high school rodeo and a rib cook-off. If one of these events is the reason for your trip, check the specific dates before booking a hotel. For a trip tied to an event, the date is the first planning step; for a stay focused on history or recreation, you can start by choosing the topic that interests you. The order therefore depends on whether a particular event or a longer-term interest is the deciding factor for your trip.

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