Ely, Nevada - Abandoned, Towering Ovens of Ward

Address:
Ely, NV
Directions:
From US 93, seven miles south of Ely, turn west on the marked dirt road. Nine miles later, take a right, drive 1/4 mile, and you're there.
Admission:
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Ely, Nevada - Ward Charcoal Ovens

There are 6 giant stone ovens built to make charcoal for the smelters of Ward, Nevada, which is now gone. 25 ft high and surreal. [Slappy, 06/13/2003]

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