Fee: Day use $5 per vehicle (non-NV $10). Camping $15 per night (non-NV $20). Bike-in $2.
About this park
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park showcases six beehive-shaped charcoal ovens built between 1876 and 1879 to process silver ore. After mining stopped, the structures reportedly sheltered travelers and served as a hideout for stagecoach bandits. The park is in the Egan Mountain Range at 7,000 to 8,000 feet in a Great Basin high desert environment. Visitors camp at Willow Creek Campground, fish for rainbow, brown, and brook trout, hike, mountain bike, cross-country ski, snowshoe, and ride horses. Elk, mule deer, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, grouse, and many birds live in the park. It is open year-round, seven days a week.
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park FAQ
Where is Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park located?
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is in Ely, Nevada, at 1696 Cave Valley Rd.. GPS coordinates: 39.0369, -114.8495. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Day use $5 per vehicle (non-NV $10). Camping $15 per night (non-NV $20). Bike-in $2. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
You can call (775) 289-1693 or email wcosp@parks.nv.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Ward Mtn. Campground (Murray Summit) (13.7 mi, reservable)
- Timber Creek Campground (27.8 mi, reservable)
- Bird Creek Campground (31.3 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.