Fort Churchill State Historic Park is a state park that protects and preserves the remains of a 1860s United States Army fort, as well as an old waystation that was located on the famous Pony Express and Central Overland Routes. Located south of Silver Springs town in Lyon County, Fort Churchill State Historic Park has a visitor’s center with informative exhibits on the history of Fort Churchill, and the Native Americans that inhabited the area. Facilities in the park include a 20-site campground on the banks of the Carson River, group-camp and day-use picnic areas, hiking trails, and a self-guided trail with interpretative signs around the fort ruins.

Fort Churchill State Historic Park, 10000 US-95 ALT, Silver Springs, NV 89429, Phone: 775-577-2345

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