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The U.S. Army built Fort Churchill in 1860 to protect settlers but abandoned it nine years later. Today, its ruins are preserved in a state of arrested decay.
A visitor center displays information and artifacts detailing the fort's history. The Pony Express and the Overland Telegraph once passed through this area. Nearby is Buckland Station, a Pony Express stop, supply center and former hotel built in 1870.
Facilities at Fort Churchill State Historic Park include trails, a campground, picnic area, group-use area and access to the Carson River.
Visitors can enjoy hiking, historic and environmental education, camping, picnicking, photography and canoeing.
The park is located eight miles south of Silver Springs on Alternate U.S. 95 and one mile west on Fort Churchill road.
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The remains of Fort Churchill catch the sunset.
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