Built in 1861 to provide protection to the early settlers. Today the ruins of the fort are kept in a state of arrested decay. Twice a year the Nevada Civil War Volunteers puts on a civil war encampment at Fort Churchill. The park include trails, a campground, picnic area, group-use area and access to the Carson River. 
Built in 1861 to provide protection to the early settlers. Today the ruins of the fort are kept in a state of arrested decay. Twice a year the Nevada Civil War Volunteers puts on a civil war encampment at Fort Churchill. The park include trails, a campground, picnic area, group-use area and access to the Carson River. Fort Churchill is located along the Carson River, eight miles south of Silver Springs on US 95A.