Fort Churchill State Historic Park

Silver Springs, Nevada

Fort Churchill State Historic Park is a campsite / RV park located in Silver Springs.

Fort Churchill was once an active 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. 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 is Buckland Station, a Pony Express stop, supply center, and former hotel built in 1870. Facilities at Fort Churchill State Historic Park include trails, a campground, picnic area, group-use area and access to the Carson River. Visitors can enjoy hiking, historic and environmental education, camping, picnicking, photography and canoeing. The park is located eight miles south of Silver Springs on Alternate U.S. 95, and one mile on Fort Churchill Road.

Fort Churchill State Historic Park

1000 Highway 95A
Silver Springs, Nevada, 89429 USA

Tel: (775) 577-2345

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Facilities & Amenities:

Camping
Group Camping
Dump Station
Picnicking
Group Picnicking
Visitor Center
Trails
Historic Site
Nature Study
Equestrian Camping
Fort Churchill

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