Dayton State Park P.O. Box 1478 Dayton, NV 89403 (775) 687-5678 washoela@parks.nv.gov    Dayton State Park is located in the town of Dayton, one of Nevada's first permanent settlements.   The Carson River flows through the park and offers fishing and bird watching.   The Rock Point Mill, built in 1861, was once used to process rich silver ore from nearby Virginia City.   Remnants of the mill are still visible within the park, just west of U.S. 50.   Picnicking, camping and group use facilities are available.   Dayton summer temperatures range from 80-100 degrees Fahrenheit with lows around 40-50 degrees.  Dayton State Park is located on U.S. 50, 12 miles east of Carson City. See Map 2008 Calendar of events Facilities & Amenities Camping - size limit 34' total length Picnicking Rock Point Mill Site-ruins Dump site for campers Interpretive Trail Nature Study Clean bathrooms with flush toilets (sorry no showers) Camping The park is open year-round with 10 campsites. Camping is first-come, first served and there is usually a campsite available.   Campsite is limited to 34 feet total length. Group Area The group use pavilion has hot and cold water-sink, electricity, tables and a large BBQ.   It is available by reservation only for weddings, reunions, birthdays, kid's parties or just for fun.  The rental fee varies by the number of people.   Fees for group use, click here.  For reservations, call 775-687-5678. Carson River The river changes with each season.   In spring it is full and fast flowing, in summer it often vanishes entirely.   Rock Point Mill Site Nothing but the foundations remains today, but with imagination you can visualize what was once here.   When the silver boom began in Virginia City, Gold Hill and Silver City, a place was needed to process the ore and free the precious metals.    Water was needed for this process.   This led to the development of a series of stamp mills up and down the Carson River. One of the largest of these was the Rock Point Mill built in 1861 at a cost of $200,000.   The power source for the mill was water brought from the Carson River in a wooden flume.    The mill burned several times and was rebuilt until it was finally dismantled and moved to Silver City in 1920.                                                                             Photo of Stevenson's Mill at Rock Point around 1883. Reminders: We are glad you are here.  To make your visit and the visits of others more enjoyable, please observe the following: Pets are welcome, please keep them on a leash in populated areas and please clean up after them. Collection of firewood within the park is not allowed. It is available from the host. Your donation contributes directly to park improvements. Fires are allowed in the provided fire rings and BBQ pits only. Swimming or playing in or near the canals and head gates is dangerous. Please don’t. Drive only on established roads. All vehicles and drivers must be licensed. All plants, animals, artifacts, rocks and mineral materials are protected by state law. Leave them where you find them. No Hunting in Dayton State Park Quiet hours in the park are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. You are responsible for knowing all park rules and regulations in effect. Detailed rules and regulations are posted in the park.