This wonderful old ghost town is now a state park. It is best to visit during the summer months.

Location – Directions
The park is northeast of Yosemite, and north of Mono Lake. It is 13 miles east of Highway 395 on Bodie Road, seven miles south of Bridgeport. Latitude/Longitude: 38.2122 / -119.0111

Facilities and Activities
Bodie is a ghost town. Today it looks much the same as it did over 50 years ago when the last residents left. To preserve the ghost town atmosphere, there are no commercial facilities at Bodie - no restaurants, motels, or stores, except for a bookstore in the Miner's Hall. Be sure to bring plenty of film. Restrooms (flush toilets) are located at the parking lot.

Souvenirs and Collecting
Everything in Bodie is part of the historic scene and is fully protected. NOTHING may be collected or removed from the park. Metal detectors are not allowed.

Closed Areas
For public protection, certain unstable sections of the park are posted as prohibited areas, and are closed to entry by park visitors.

Camping
There is no camping at Bodie, but you may camp at least three miles from Bodie on BLM land. Fire restrictions are often in effect.

Winter Visits
Bodie is open all year. However, because of the high elevation (8375 feet), it is accessible only by over-snow equipment during the winter months. Many four wheel drive vehicles get stuck each year in powdery snow that is deeper than it first appears. Spring thaws bring mud, and wheeled vehicles are not advised. TOWING FACILITIES ARE NOT AVAILABLE. Snowmobiles must stay on designated roads within the park. Winter weather is often unpredictable. Sub-zero temperatures, strong winds and white-out conditions are not uncommon.

Click for photos and an article about Bodie's history