Unlike many other Nevada mining towns, Tonopah is still a thriving small town even though it’s population has dropped to about 3,000 people, only 1/3 of it’s peak. The mines are all closed but the Mining Park allows visitors to wander among the old buildings and tailings. Unsafe mine openings have been fenced off.
The visitor center is the only part that is wheelchair accessible. The parking area is loose stone and there’s a small lip at the entrance to the building. The paths on the walking tour are loose stone with some steps and very steep spots making them extremely difficult to negotiate in a wheelchair. Most of the equipment and buildings plus the town of Tonopah can be viewed from the visitor center patio. Entrance to the visitor center is free-there’s a small charge to walk the grounds.
The parking area is large enough for RVs. Mining Park
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