• Tonopah Historic Mining Park

Experience the Tonopah Historic Mining Park~

Trip Advisor Travelers Choice 2022

The Tonopah Historic Mining Park is located on the site of the original mining claims that started the rush to Tonopah, making it “Queen of the Silver Camps”.

Jim and Belle Butler’s strike in 1900 brought the United States into the 20th Century, and many of the mining processing techniques developed during that time are still being used today.

The park encompasses portions of four of the original major mining companies and covers more than 100 acres.  This rich history is brought to life through preserved and restored equipment and buildings, historic exhibits, video presentations (in our on-site theater), and a self-guided tour.  Learn More…

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Tonopah Historic Mining Park Brochure

The Silver Top Head Frame is back on its new foundation! Photos of the move can be seen on the Silver Top’s page, here.

The head frame was stabilized and some of its pieces were removed. In September of 2019, the Silver Top head frame was cut off its original foundation and moved off to the side.

Mining Park Hours

Open 7 days a week
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed all Federal & State U.S. Holidays.
Small and large groups are welcome.  Please call (775) 482-9274 at least 48 hours ahead of scheduled visit.

Mining Park Rates

Visitor Center & Movie – FREE

Mining Park Gate Fees (Self-Guided Walking Tour):

$5.00  for Adults
$3.00  for Senior Citizens (60 and older), Children (8-17) & Nevadans.
FREE  for Children 7 and under
FREE  for Active Military & Veterans
$1/child for School groups-chaperones FREEContact park staff for other groups

Guided Polaris Tours (includes Gate Fee)*:

Guided Polaris Tours are available Wednesdays through Sundays with prior reservation via 775-482-9274. Very limited availability.

Handicapped Visitors – FREE
1 person: $12.00 = $12/person
2 persons: $20.00 = $10/person
3 persons: $27.00 = $9/person
4 persons: $32.00 = $8/person
5 persons: $35.00 = $7/person

*Discount per Active Military Member/Veteran = $5.00 on Polaris Tours; We apologize for any inconvenience, but discounts cannot be applied on gift certificates for Guided Polaris Tours. We recommend scheduling tours in advance. Based on staff availability.

Rates as of January 1, 2019

Copyright (c) 2023 Tonopah Historic Mining Park and its representatives. All rights reserved.
The Tonopah Historic Mining Park Foundation is a Nevada 501(c)3 non-profit organization, whose purpose is to preserve Nevada’s mining history, heritage, and the life surrounding it at the Tonopah Historic Mining Park. Contributions may be tax deductible pursuant to the provisions of section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, 26 U.S.C. § 170(c). All contributions made to the Tonopah Historic Mining Park Foundation become its sole property and will be used as determined by the Board of Trustees.
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