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Fort Churchill State Historic Park
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Fort Churchill State Historic Park was once a U.S. Army fort built in 1861 to provide protection for early settlers. It was abandoned nine years later, and today the ruins are preserved in a state of arrested decay. Twice a year the Nevada Civil War Volunteers puts on a civil war encampment at Fort Churchill.
A visitor center displays information and artifacts of the fort's history. The Pony Express and the Overland Telegraph once passed through this area. Nearby are Buckland Station, a Pony Express stop, supply center, and former hotel built in 1870. Visitors can enjoy hiking, historic and environmental education, camping, picnicking, photography and canoeing.

Facilities: Fort Churchill State Historic Park provides a campground, picnic area, and a group-use area.
Camping The campground has 20 sites suitable for travel trailers, motor homes or tents. Campsites include a table and fire ring, and all are shaded by large cottonwood trees. Sites cannot be reserved. There are no hook-ups, but an RV dump station is nearby.
Picnicking Tree-shaded picnic sites on the banks of the Carson River offer tables, grills and restroom.
Group Area The group area will accommodate up to 60 people for group camping or picnicking on a reservation-only basis. No electricity is available. No RVs, please. For reservations, contact the park office.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Fort Churchill State Historic Park.

Best Time To Visit: Fort Churchill State Historic Park is open year round.

Fees: An entrance fee is charged, with additional fees for camping.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: DO NOT CLIMB ON THE RUINS. The adobe is fragile and will deteriorate rapidly. This is also for your personal safety.

Fires are permitted only in designated fire rings, barbecues, or approved portable stoves. Visitors should supply their own firewood.
The collection of plants, animals, rocks, minerals and artifacts is prohibited. Please do not disturb or remove them.
Motor vehicles are permitted only on designated roadways and parking areas.
Pets are allowed but must be on a leash.

Directions: Fort Churchill State Historic Park is located along the Carson River. The park is situated 40 miles east of Carson City, and 36 miles west of Fallon.

To reach the park from Carson City, take Hwy 50 east for 35 miles to Silver Springs. From Sliver Springs follow Hwy 95 south for 8 miles to the park.
To reach the park from Fallon, take Hwy 50 west for 9.3 miles turn left and continue following Hwy 50 southwest. Follow Hwy 50 for 17 miles to Silver Springs. From Sliver Springs follow Hwy 95 south for 8 miles to the park.

Address
Fort Churchill State Historic Park
1000 Highway 95A
Silver Springs, Nevada 89429
Phone
General: (775) 577-2345
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