Bodie State Historic Park

Until about 1876 large amounts of gold were mined here; then the town fell into decay. The remaining 170 houses have not been fully restored, but were kept from further decay by the creation of a state park in 1964. As a result of the efforts to retain the gold digging atmosphere of the previous century, it represents a place of interest unique in California.

In the winter months, the unfinished stretch of the approach road is often barred to traffic.