The ghost town of Bodie, California
Bodie, California, is located northeast of Yosemite National Park and north of Mono Lake. Once a wild gold-mining town, it’s now a state park. The town was abandoned in the 1930s, long after the gold rush. I believe the last resident was a man named “Dog Face George.” The narrow, 10-mile gravel road leading to Bodie is a challenge, but it’s worth it.
Photos by Barney Burke
Downtown Bodie, as it were
Leaning landmark of Bodie
Storm heading for Bodie
Wheel, possibly from mining operation
It ran when it was parked, so they say
Because wood was scarce, flattened cans were used for shingles
Hillside fixer-upper
Wagon wheel estates