Although there is no welcoming sign or initial reassurance shield, the change in pavement and the zero milepost for Nevada 264 in Esmeralda County signify the southern terminus of this highway. The black pavement is in California, so technically this photo was taken on California 266 as it was about to terminate at the state line. For route consistency, it seems as if Nevada 264 should have been numbered as an extension of Nevada 266, since the existing Nevada 266 connects with California 266 to provide a continuous route. But apparently Nevada did not want to go along with that plan. Photo taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 through Fish Lake Valley. The only town in the valley is Dyer, which is billed as a tourist destination and gateway to Yosemite National Park. An older billboard along Nevada 264 advertised the notion of Dyer as a gateway. However, there is no true direct route from here to Yosemite, and it is still a good distance from here to the California 120 entrance. Photo taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 approaching Junction Nevada 773. Nevada 264 continues north and a bit west from this point to connect to U.S. 6, which leads to Bishop, California. Nevada 773, on the other hand, leads northeast to connect with U.S. 6 and ultimately with U.S. 95, which leads to Tonopah (via U.S. 6-95) and Reno (via Alternate U.S. 95 and Interstate 80). Photo taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 at Junction Nevada 773. Note the lack of directional banners on these shields. Photos taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 shield after the Nevada 773 junction at the north end of Fish Lake Valley. Note the open space in the distance as well as the lack of traffic. Photo taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 scene between Nevada 773 and U.S. 6. This section of highway has been resurfaced recently, hence why the pavement color is much darker than the photos of Nevada 264 further south. Photo taken 1/19/02.
Northbound Nevada 264 approaching Junction U.S. 6. U.S. 6 marks the northern terminus of Nevada 264. Photo taken 1/19/02.
Junction U.S. 6 and End Nevada 264 shield assembly. Photo taken 1/19/02.
