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Welcome to Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
Perched in the Egan Mountain Range in eastern Nevada, Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is a scenic, forested retreat. The park features six beehive shaped charcoal ovens that were used from 1876 through 1879 to help process rich silver ore that was discovered in the area. Once mining ended, the ovens were used to shelter travelers and even had a reputation as a hideout for stagecoach bandits. The ovens remain today and are open for touring. Visitors can also enjoy camping, picnicking, hiking and fishing while surrounded by a diversity of wildlife within the park, including mule deer, grouse and elk.
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Within Facility
Camping: Willow Creek Campground has two large pull-through spaces for RVs, and many other distinct spaces for every type of camper. A camping limit of 14 days in a 30-day period is enforced.
Group Camping: There is a group camping facility in the campground. Please contact the park for reservations.
Picnicking/Day Use: There are two day use areas that provide a great spot for a day hike and picnic. These areas have covered tables, restrooms, grills and wonderful views.
Fishing: There is fishing in Willow Creek. Rainbow trout are stocked as needed and the browns and brook trout are naturally reproducing.
Hiking: There is a trail system that covers each end of the park and is suitable for many types of activities, including hiking and mountain biking. During winter months these trails are great for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
OHV Trails: There is an off-highway vehicle trail that connects into thousands of acres of Bureau of Land Management lands.
Hours: Open seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Group Camping: There is a group camping facility in the campground. Please contact the park for reservations.
Picnicking/Day Use: There are two day use areas that provide a great spot for a day hike and picnic. These areas have covered tables, restrooms, grills and wonderful views.
Fishing: There is fishing in Willow Creek. Rainbow trout are stocked as needed and the browns and brook trout are naturally reproducing.
Hiking: There is a trail system that covers each end of the park and is suitable for many types of activities, including hiking and mountain biking. During winter months these trails are great for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
OHV Trails: There is an off-highway vehicle trail that connects into thousands of acres of Bureau of Land Management lands.
Hours: Open seven days a week, 365 days a year.
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