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Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park near Gabbs (775-964-2440). The attractions at this 1,153-acre park are old and really old: a 1900s ghost town and the remains of the world's largest ichthyosaurs (marine reptiles that lived 225 million years ago). The original 14 buildings are considered to be the best preserved in the state. As for the fossils, nine large ones have been left in the ground exactly as they were found.

Please keep in mind that phone numbers, addresses, and prices are subject to change. Originally published in June 1996. Updated April 2004.