Today the only real reminder of the glory of the railroad town is the odd diesel train that blasts through the tracks next to Imlay. The Interstate Highway is now the leading mode of transport and towns such as Imlay have been forgotten. Imlay is a town of scattered houses and patches of land, not providing much testament to the busy town it was during the railway period.

One of the unique attractions in Imlay is a collection of remarkable structures that were created in the late 1960s. A World War Two veteran, who was severely burnt in a tank battle, took refuge in Imlay after the war. He decided to return to his roots and took on his Creek Indian name – Rolling Mountain Thunder. The man was extremely creative and began producing structures out of desert flotsam and concrete. The structures are quite impressive and catch a driver’s eye from the freeway. The structures were intended to capture the spirit of the Ancient Indian people and be a tribute to their culture.

Imlay is close to the Rye Patch State Recreation Area on the Humboldt River. This park is a perfect location for camping, swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking. Like many other towns in this area, it is set within gorgeous natural surroundings and has wonderful weather.

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