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Amargosa Valley

Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, established June 18, 1984, is located approximately 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas in the Amargosa Valley of southern Nye County, Nevada. To date, over 23,000 acres of spring-fed wetlands and alkaline desert uplands are managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The refuge provides habitat for at least 24 plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. Four fish and one plant are currently listed as endangered. Call for Information: 775-372-5435;
Hours: Sunrise to sunset. Season: Year-round. Admission: None.

Beatty

Beatty Information Center
Beatty Information Center is located in the town of Beatty, Nevada on the U.S. Route 95 pproximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. Beatty is one of the eastern portals to Death Valley National Park.
(775) 553-2200

Belmont

Belmont Courthouse State Historic Site
Located in the picturesque ghost town of Belmont, the courthouse, built in 1876, served as the Nye county seat until 1905. (Located 45 mi. NE of Tonopah via U.S. Hwy. 6, State Rt. 376 and Monitor Valley Rd.) Information: 775-867-3001; Fax 775-867-4559 or c/o Nevada Division of State Parks, 16799 Carson Hwy., Fallon 89406. Hours: Call for hours. Season: Jun.-Aug. Admission: None

Caliente

Beaver Dam State Park
 Beaver Dam State Park is Eastern Nevada's most remote park, and is a popular area for hikers and nature enthusiasts who enjoy its primitive and rustic character. Deep canyons, pinion and juniper forests, a flowing stream and numerous beaver dams are the primary features, offering fishing, camping, picnicking, hiking, photography and nature study. Facilities include campgrounds, a group use area, a day-use picnic area, and hiking and interpretive trails.  Beaver Dam is open year-round, weather permitting, but travel is not advised during winter months

6 Miles North of Caliente, then 28 Miles East on gravel road

(775) 728-4467

Caliente Railroad Depot
A mission-style railroad depot, built in 1923. Newly added Boxcar Museum adjacent to the depot. Information: 775-726-3129 or 100 Depot, P.O. Box 553, Caliente 89008. Hours: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Season: Year-round. Admission: Depot-None; Boxcar Museum-$1.00

Kershaw-Ryan State Park
Kershaw-Ryan State Park is located two miles south of Caliente via U.S. 93 and State Route 317. It is situated in a colorful, scenic canyon at the northern limit of Rainbow Canyon. Steep canyon walls tower over a long, narrow valley. Early settlers here cultivated a garden of grape vines, trees, and grassy lawn surrounding a spring-fed pond, providing a sharp contrast to the rugged landscape. A picnic area, restrooms and trails offer visitors nature study, photography, picnicking, and hiking. 775-726-3564

Dayton

Dayton State Park
Dayton State Park is located in the town of Dayton, one of Nevada's first permanent settlements.   The Carson River flows through the park and offers fishing and bird watching.   The Rock Point Mill, built in 1861, was once used to process rich silver ore from nearby Virginia City.   Remnants of the mill are still visible within the park, just west of U.S. 50.   Picnicking, camping and group use facilities are available.   Dayton summer temperatures range from 80-100 degrees Fahrenheit with lows around 40-50 degrees.  Dayton State Park is located on U.S. 50, 12 miles east of Carson City. 775-687-5678

Death Valley

Death Valley National Park
Hottest, Driest, Lowest: A superlative desert of streaming sand dunes, snow-capped mountains, multicolored rock layers, water-fluted canyons and three million acres of stone wilderness. Home to the Timbisha Shoshone and to plants and animals unique to the harshest deserts. A place of legend and a place of trial. Phone (775) 553-2200

Furnace Creek Visitor Center & Museum
The visitor center is located in the Furnace Creek Resort area on California highway 190. Furnace Creek is 30 miles from Death Valley Junction to the east, and 24 miles from Stovepipe Wells Village to the north and west. Open All Year 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
(760) 786-3200

Rhyolite Historic Site
One of the most photographed ghost towns in the West, the Bottle House, old railroad depot, and concrete ruins are all that remain. Artifacts are on display at the Gold Well Open Air Museum. Information: 775-553-2424;
Fax 775-553-2424 or P.O. Box 956, Beatty 89003.
Hours: 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Tue.-Sat. Season: Year-round. Admission: Donation

Gabbs

Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park
Remnant of an early 20th century mining camp called Berlin and the fossil remains of gigantic fish-like reptiles known as Ichthyosaurs. (Located 23 mi. E of Gabbs off State Rt. 884.) Information: 775-964-2440 or 775-867-3001; Hours: Daylight hours. Season: Year-round. Admission: Park entrance fee-$3.00/vehicle; fossil house tour-$2.00/person.

Goldfield

Gold mining town founded in 1902. Sights include the majestic Goldfield Hotel, Esmeralda County Courthouse, Santa Fe Saloon built in 1905. Information: 775-485-6365.

Goldfield Historic Equipment Park
Self-guided tour of a collection of military equipment from WWII including aircraft engines, propeller blades and other aircraft parts; located on U.S. Hwy. 95, adjacent to the Goldfield Library. Information: 775-485-6365.

The Parsonage
Historic rectory next to the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Goldfield; both buildings were built in 1908 and have undergone restoration. Information: 775-485-3560 or P.O. Box 219, Goldfield 89013. Call for hours. Season: Jun.-Aug. Admission: None.

Hawthorne

Mineral County Historical Museum
Features mining equipment, historic vehicles, Victorian clothing and furniture, a 1907 drugstore, plus animal and fossil exhibits. Information: 775-945-5142; 400 10th St., P.O. Box 1584, Hawthorne 89415. Hours: 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Tue.-Sat. Season: Year-round. Admission: Donation

Walker Lake State Recreation Area
Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and picnicking, plus facilities at the park include shade ramadas, tables and grills along a sandy beach. Walker Lake State Recreation Area is located 11 miles north of Hawthorne on U.S. 95. The park is open all year.
(775) 867-3001

Pahrump

Pahrump Valley Winery
Visitors enjoy free tours, tasting and a gourmet restaurant.
Call: 775-727-6900; 800-368-WINE;3810 Winery Rd., Pahrump 89048. Hours: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., daily. Season: Year-round. Admission: None

Panaca

Cathedral Gorge State Park
Cathedral Gorge is located in a long, narrow valley where erosion has carved dramatic and unique patterns in the soft bentonite clay. Trails abound for exploring the cave-like formations and cathedral-like spires. Miller Point, a scenic overlook just north of the park entrance on U.S. 93, offers excellent views of the scenic canyon. Shaded picnic areas and a tree-shaded campground area are open all year. Hiking, picnicking, camping, nature study, photography and ranger programs are the most common activities at the park. 2 mi. N of Panaca
 775-728-4460
2007 Program Schedule

Pioche

Echo Canyon State Park
Echo Canyon State Park offers a 65-acre reservoir with a campground, picnic area, group use facilities and boat launch. The park is popular for camping, fishing, hiking and enjoying the beautiful scenery of eastern Nevada. Abundant wildlife, a wide variety of native plants and unique rock formations make exploration a favorite activity. Echo Canyon is located 12 miles east of Pioche via State Routes 322 and 323. The park's elevation is 5,200' and although it is open year-round, visitors should be aware of occasional snow during winter months. Echo Canyon State Park is one of five state parks located in Lincoln County, and is a popular area for camping, fishing, hiking and enjoying the beautiful scenery of eastern Nevada.
12 mi. SE of Pioche via State Rts. 322 & 86
Pioche, NV 775-962-5103

Meadow Valley Campground
18 mi E of Pioche
Pioche, NV 775-289-1800
Picnicing, Camping, Fishing

.Mt. Wilson Back Country Byway
State Rt. 322 at U.S. Hwy. 93
Pioche, NV 775-289-1800

Spring Valley State Park
Spring Valley State Park offers water oriented recreation at the 65 acre Eagle Valley Reservoir. Boat launching, picnicking and camping facilities are available. Visitors also enjoy hiking, exploring and touring the historic Ranch House museum. The park is located 20 miles east of Pioche via State Route 322. Spring Valley State Park is open all year, although snow may make winter access difficult.
20 mi. E of Pioche via State Rt. 322
Pioche,NV 775-962-5102

Tonopah

Humbolt Toiyabe National Forest
Located off U.S. Hwy 95, approximately halfway between Reno & Las Vegas (a little over 200 miles from each) is the largest ranger district in the lower 48 states: Tonopah Ranger District. The district encompasses 1.12 million acres on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Tonopah, population about 2,800, is the nearest town and houses the district ranger station.
Tonopah Ranger District, P.O. Box 3940
Tonopah, NV 775-482-6286

Lunar Crater National Natural Landmark & Back Country Byway
75 mi E of Tonopah & 90 mi W of Ely
Tonopah, NV 775-635-4000

Yerington

Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area
    Home to trout & bass fishing, as well as duck, goose and deer hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities in the heart of beautiful Mason Valley. The Nevada Dept. of Wildlife operates a fish hatchery here where fish are raised to stock waters all over the state. Tours are available (775) 423-3171

Wilson Canyon Recreation Area
14 mi. S of Yerington
Yerington, NV