Nestled in the heart of central Nevada, Tonopah is the perfect home base for all kinds of outdoor fun. Whether you’re into rockhounding, hiking scenic trails, spotting wildlife, biking through rugged terrain, off-roading across wide-open spaces, or enjoying a peaceful day of bird watching—Tonopah puts you right in the middle of it all. And if hunting’s your thing, we’ve got that too. Come explore the wild side of Nevada, Tonopah-style!
Interested in Hosting an Event at Tonopah’s Parks? Let Us Know!
Our parks are free and open for everyone to enjoy. If you’d like to reserve a park for your special event such as a family reunion, birthday party, wedding, sports tournament, community celebration, charity fundraiser, or school activity – just let us know!
Contact the Tonopah Convention Center Office at (775) 482-3558 or email tourism@tonopahnevada.com at least seven (7) business days prior your event. We’ll check availability, help with scheduling, and let you know if a ‘Use and Maintenance Agreement’ or if event insurance is needed. This also helps us know if we need to turn the water & power on and unlock the restrooms. If you’re planning a gathering of 25 or more people, please Contact the Town Office at (775) 482-6336 or email jmills@tonopahnevada.com!
We’re here to make sure everything is ready so you can enjoy your special day in our parks!
All parks close at dark | Fairgrounds are open 24/7
Located on Black Mountain Court, Liberty Park offers a cozy neighborhood space with picnic tables, benches, a playground, and a small open field. The park is dog-friendly and mostly ADA-accessible, making it a welcoming spot for families and friends. While there are no shaded structures, water, or restrooms, its peaceful setting is perfect for small to medium gatherings. Parking is available nearby—please be mindful of local homes.
Located on Globemallow Lane, Harvey Park is a community space with something for everyone. Shaded picnic tables and benches offer a place to relax, though the park does not have water access, power, or restrooms.
The park features a wide-open field, playground, ballpark, disc golf course, and is dog-friendly, making it a favorite spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Exciting additions are on the way—new basketball courts, pickleball courts, and a skatepark are coming soon!
With space to accommodate small to large gatherings, Harvey Park is ideal for both casual visits and community events. Accessibility is fair, with walking paths, though some inclines limit full ADA access.
Parking is available next to and around the park, but visitors are asked to be considerate and avoid parking in front of nearby homes.
Home of the Tonopah Star Party
Located on Ray Tenant Lane, the Clair Blackburn Memorial Stargazing Park is a treasured place to experience Tonopah’s famously dark skies. As the home of the Tonopah Star Party, this unique park invites visitors to look up and connect with the night sky in a way few places can offer. (Check the schedule here.)
While the park does not include traditional amenities such as water, restrooms, or electricity, it is thoughtfully equipped for stargazing gatherings. Concrete pads, benches, tables, and a fenced area provide comfortable spots for setting up telescopes or simply sitting back to enjoy the view.
The park is best suited for small to medium gatherings and offers fair accessibility, though there are no paved walking paths or shaded structures, and ADA access is limited. Parking is available next to and around the park.
Whether you’re attending a star party or visiting on your own, the Clair Blackburn Memorial Stargazing Park offers a peaceful setting to marvel at the wonders of the night sky.
Located on Mizpah Circle, Jim Butler Park is a favorite community gathering space. Visitors will find shaded picnic tables, benches, a BBQ pit, water access, restrooms, and electricity.
The park offers plenty of room to play and explore, with an open field, playground, basketball court, and a fenced area that’s both family- and dog-friendly. Whether it’s a small get-together or a larger community celebration, Jim Butler Park is ready to welcome you.
Accessibility is excellent, with walking paths, a shaded structure, and full ADA-friendly access throughout the park. Parking is available next to and around the park, though guests are encouraged to be mindful of nearby homes when choosing a spot.
Located on Bryan Avenue, Barsanti Park is a welcoming green space where families, friends, and visitors can gather and enjoy the outdoors. Shaded by natural trees, the park features picnic tables, benches, BBQ pits, water access, restrooms, and electricity, making it a comfortable spot for both casual afternoons and special events.
Its open field is perfect for community gatherings, and younger visitors will love the playground. The park is dog-friendly, so four-legged friends are welcome too. While the hilly terrain and lack of shade structures mean it is only partly ADA-friendly, walking paths and tree cover create a natural, relaxing atmosphere.
Barsanti Park can accommodate both small get-togethers and larger celebrations, with parking conveniently located across the street.
The Fairgrounds & Arena, located along Highway 6 E, is a versatile venue designed to accommodate large community events and gatherings. Guests can enjoy picnic tables, bleachers, restrooms, electricity, and convenient water access, making it a functional space for a wide range of activities. The grounds also include an OHV staging area on the north side of the arena, a corral, and a concessions stand, enhancing the overall event experience.
Accessibility is good, with shaded structures available for comfort, though ADA access is limited due to the lack of walking paths and a surface of dirt and gravel. Parking is abundant throughout the area, providing easy access for all visitors.
The Town of Tonopah is proudly partnering with the Nevada Off-road Association to enhance your off-road experience.
Located on Main Street, Patriots Park is home to the Tonopah Charters of Freedom and the Jim and Belle Butler Statue. This small park offers a covered picnic table, walking paths, and full ADA accessibility.
Visitors will also find a Tesla charging station and the Tonopah Information Center nearby, making it a convenient and welcoming rest stop. While not suited for gatherings, Patriots Park provides a quiet place to pause and reflect. Parking is limited in the area.
Bob Perchetti Memorial Sportsman’s Park, located along Highway 376, offers a welcoming space for families, friends, and community events. The park features covered picnic tables, benches, BBQ grills, restrooms, and easy water access, making it a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Event-friendly features include a spacious open field, a scenic body of water, a playground, and dog-friendly areas. An upgraded playground will also be coming soon!
Bob Perchetti Memorial Sportsman’s Park is well-suited for gatherings of all sizes, from small get-togethers to larger community events. While shaded structures provide relief from the sun, please note that there are no walking paths, and accessibility is limited as most of the area consists of dirt and grass. Parking is abundant.
Located on Ray Tenant Lane (next to Tonopah High School)
Complex amenities include covered picnic tables, benches, bleachers, BBQ grills, water access, water fountains, restrooms, and electricity. Features include three baseball fields with concessions stand, state sanctioned horseshoe pits, the Anne Tomany playground/park, and dog-friendly.
Joe Friel Sports Complex is capable of hosting medium or large gatherings. Accessibility is good, with shaded structures but no walking paths; ADA access is limited, and the area is mostly dirt, grass, and gravel. Parking is abundant in the area.
The district encompasses 1.12 million acres on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. The Toiyabe Mountain range is a 125-mile “spinelike” range with 50 miles of it rising above 10,000 feet. Extending from Cottonwood Canyon in the south to 6 miles north of Austin, Nevada, this rugged range has limited access due to its terrain. Learn more about the surrounding wilderness areas by contacting the Tonopah Ranger District.
Phone: (775) 482-6286
Located in Peavine Canyon, on the southeastern side of the Toiyabe Mountain Range.
Peavine Creek also flows through this site. Learn more »
The Alta Toquima Wilderness is located within the Toquima Mountain Range in Central Nevada. This Wilderness Area hosts the tallest peak in Central Nevada, Mount Jefferson, 11,900 feet. The Atla Toquima Wilderness contains one of the most beautiful destinations in Central Nevada, Pine Creek. Learn more »
Table Mountain is located along the Table Mountain Range, east of Alta Toquima Wilderness and north of the McKinney Mountains of Central Nevada. With an average elevation just over 10,000 feet Table Mountain Wilderness offers much more than the high altitude found in the neighboring Wilderness Areas. Over ten miles long and several miles wide, the Wilderness Area contains one of Nevada’s largest continuous stands of Aspen. Learn more »
Situated in the southern portion of the Toiyabe Range, Arc Dome Wilderness Area offers breathtaking vistas, seemingly endless trails, and spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities. The Wilderness Areas’ main attraction is the National Recreation Toiyabe Crest Trail. Learn more »
This Park is home to the most abundant concentration, and largest known remains, of Ichthyosaurs, an ancient marine reptile that swam in a warm ocean that covered Central Nevada 225 million years ago. This Park also contains a True Nevada Ghost Town with many original buildings preserved in a state of arrested decay.
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