West Wendover
West Wendover, NV 89883

Strategic location: Just a two-hour drive from Salt Lake City and bisected by I-80, West
Wendover lies on a critical logistics corridor—positioning it ideally for warehousing,
distribution, and tourism markets.
Tourism powerhouse: The town’s population balloons from ~5,000 residents to over
35,000 on summer weekends, thanks in large part to visitors from Utah and ongoing
entertainment offerings.
Salt Flats racing tourism: The nearby Bonneville Salt Flats host internationally known
events such as Speed Week, World of Speed, and World Finals, drawing thousands of
racing enthusiasts, media, and spectators to the region each year—bringing sustained
demand for lodging, dining, and services.
Historic Wendover Airfield: A former U.S. Army Air Force base where the 509th Composite
Group trained for the Enola Gay mission; today it is a cultural landmark that attracts
history buffs, aviation enthusiasts, and tourists, while also hosting film productions.
Film-friendly terrain: More than 90 feature films and television projects have been shot in
and around Wendover—including blockbusters like Con Air—showcasing the area’s
dramatic landscape and versatility as a filming location.