Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
Ely, NV
Six beehive-shaped stone ovens from 1876, used to make charcoal for silver smelters. They are reached by a good gravel road off US-93 south of Ely; there is a campground nearby.
- Nearest town
- Ely, NV
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 39.0376, -114.8467
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in September and November. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Willow Creek CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkTentsCaravansDrinking waterToilets
- Elk Flat CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkDrinking waterShowers
- Lake View CampgroundCampsite13 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkDrinking waterShowers
- Ward Mountain CampgroundCampsite14 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park · 33 pitchesDogs allowed
- Cleve Creek CampgroundCampsite20 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkToiletsFree
- Berry Creek CampgroundCampsite24 mi from Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic ParkToiletsDogs allowedFree
All campsites in Nevada · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is in Ely, NV, at GPS 39.0376, -114.8467. It is about 39 mi from Baker.
Can you camp near Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Willow Creek Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Great Basin Highway: canyons, ghost towns and charcoal ovens.
What is there to see near Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Nevada Northern Railway Museum (16 mi), Great Basin National Park (34 mi), Cathedral Gorge State Park (88 mi) and Kershaw-Ryan State Park (102 mi).
When is the best time to visit Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)