Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park

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Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park is nestled at 7,000 feet on the scenic western slope of central Nevada's Shoshone mountain range. The park provides a vast array of stimulating recreational opportunities. The forested slopes provide shade and breezes help to moderate the summer temperatures which seldom exceed 90 F (32 C).

Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park was first established in 1957 to protect and display North America's most abundant concentration and largest known Ichthyosaur fossils. The park also preserves the turn-of-the-20th century mining town of Berlin as well as the Diana Mine. The Ichthyosaur fossil area is a Registered Natural Landmark and the historic townsite is on the National Register of Historic Places. These national designations speak to the unique value of the resources preserved here.

Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park encompasses 1,153 acres. The elevation ranges from 6,840 feet to a high point of 7,880 feet. The hillsides in the park are covered with Big Sagebrush (The Nevada State Flower) while Pinyon Pine and Utah Juniper dominate the upper elevations.

Some common animal inhabitants include mule deer, black-tailed jackrabbits, cottontail rabbits, western bluebirds, pinon jays, chuckar partridge, whiptail lizards, western fence lizards, gopher snakes and rattlesnakes.

Facilities: Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park camping and picnicking facilities.

Camping 14 well-spaced units, some suitable for RVs to 25ft, with fire ring, BBQ grill, covered table, drinking water (mid-April to October), and restrooms nearby. RV sanitary station is available.

Picnicking Day-use picnic area with tables, grills, drinking water, and restrooms near Fossil Shelter.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to visit Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park.

Best Time To Visit: Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park is open all year but extreme winter weather may prohibit travel. Late spring and early fall can often be the nicest times of the year. Winter visits to the park are possible, but be certain to call for weather and road conditions.

Fees: An entrance fee is charged. Fees are also charged for camping, tours, group reservations, and commercial photography.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Removing, disturbing, or damaging any historic structure, artifact, rock, plant life, fossils, or other feature is prohibited. State and Federal laws protect this area and must be applied.

All pets must be kept on a leash.

Drive on established roads with licensed vehicles only.

Fires are permitted only in designated areas, or commercial stoves and fireplaces.

Please don't litter. Trash cans are provided throughout the park for your convenience.

Directions: To reach Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park from Austin, take Hwy 50 west for 3 miles to Hwy 722. Turn left on 722 and follow it to Hwy 21. Follow Hwy 21 south to the park.

Address

Berlin-Icthyosaur State Park

HC 61 Box 61200

Austin, Nevada 89310

Phone
General: (775) 964-2440
Fax: (775) 964-2012

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