Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
Fee required
Parking available
This historic park in eastern Nevada features six well-preserved beehive-shaped charcoal ovens, used from 1876-1879 to process silver ore and rumored to be an outlaw hideout.

πŸ“œ Historic park protecting six beehive-shaped charcoal ovens from the 19th century.
πŸ” Used during the Nevada silver boom, rumored hideout for stagecoach bandits.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Explore well-preserved 19th-century beehive charcoal ovens and unique 19th-century industrial architecture
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing
🎣 Fishing in Willow Creek for rainbow, brown, and brook trout
πŸ•οΈ Camping and picnicking facilities available year-round
🦌 Experience a scenic high desert environment with diverse wildlife like elk, deer, and various bird species
πŸ“š Learn about Nevada's silver mining history and boomtowns

Why Avoid

🚫 No climbing on ovens, shooting firearms, collecting wood, or using drones and remote-controlled aircraft.
⚠️ Road conditions can vary in winter, check before visiting.

Tips

🐾 Pets welcome on a 6-foot leash.
🌑️ Temperatures vary significantly between day and night.

Cost

πŸ’° Day use: $5 (NV residents), $10 (non-NV); Camping: $15 (NV residents), $20 (non-NV); Bike in: $2.

Hours

πŸ•’ Always open, 365 days a year.

🚻 Toilets Restrooms available in day use areas.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking Fee applies. RV and distinct camper spaces available.

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