Camp Nye

 (1862-1865) - A U.S. Civil War Camp first established in 1862 near Carson City, Nevada. Named Camp Nye after James W. Nye, Governor of Nevada (1861-1864). Abandoned in 1865.

History of Camp Nye
Established in June 1862 by California Volunteers and later garrisoned by companies "D" and "E", 1st Battalion Nevada Volunteer Cavalry in October 1864.

Abandoned 10 Sep 1865 with the muster out of the Nevada volunteers (last post return).

Current Status
Marker only near Carson City, Nevada.

Sources:
 * , page 493
 * , page 94

Links:
 * North American Forts - Camp Nye
 * Nevada Historic Preservation Office - Camp Nye