Introduction

Step into a living museum where geological time and human history converge in breathtaking complexity. Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park invites explorers to unravel the mysteries of prehistoric marine life and the rugged spirit of Nevada's mining pioneers.

Background

Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park offers an unparalleled journey through time, featuring a meticulously preserved ghost town and one of the world's largest known Ichthyosaur fossil sites. Visitors can explore abandoned mining structures, walk through historically interpreted buildings, and view in-situ fossil displays of marine reptiles that lived over 200 million years ago. The park provides a unique blend of natural history, paleontology, and cultural heritage.

History

A unique intersection of paleontological wonder and mining history, Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park tells two remarkable stories. The park preserves both a remarkably well-preserved ghost town from Nevada's silver mining era and an extraordinary fossil site containing numerous Ichthyosaur marine reptile remains from the Triassic period. The site represents a fascinating geological time capsule that allows visitors to explore both human and prehistoric narratives.

Address: NV-844, Austin, NV 89310Get Directions

Total Trail Length: 2 miles

Fees: $7 entry fee

Hours: 9am-4:30pm seasonal

Phone: (775) 964-2440

More Info: Nevada State Parks