Berlin, a turn-of-the-century mining town, is preserved in a state of arrested decay. A trail through the town site tells the story of Berlin and its mine. Ichthyosaurs (pronounced “ick-thee-o-sores”) were ancient marine reptiles that swam in a warm ocean covering central Nevada 225 million years ago. Remains of these giant marine vertebrates are on display at the park’s Fossil House, and these official state fossils are a primary attraction for visitors from throughout the world. The park is east of Gabbs via State route 844.
PARK ORIGIN AND HISTORY:
Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park was first established in 1957 to protect and display North America’s most abundant concentration and largest known ichthyosaur fossils. The park also preserves the turn-of-the-20th century mining town of Berlin, as well as the Diana Mine.
FACILITIES & AMENITIES:
Camping
RV Dump Station
Group Camping
Picnicking
Visitor Center
Trails
Historic Sites
Nature Study
Max. RV size: 25′
Pets Allowed
Tours
Fees
Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park is not affiliated with AmericanTowns Media
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