You’ll find Southern California’s most haunted ghost towns scattered across the Mojave Desert and surrounding valleys, where 19th-century mining and oil boom settlements now stand in atmospheric decay. Calico‘s restored 1880s structures, Bodie’s preserved buildings, and Amboy’s iconic neon sign offer documented paranormal encounters alongside authentic architectural remnants. These sites—including Mentryville’s oil baron mansion and Randsburg’s crumbling facades—require permits and adherence to California Penal Code § 602. Winter mornings and October evenings provide ideal atmospheric conditions while protecting fragile structures, and ranger-guided tours reveal the historical context behind reported supernatural phenomena.
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11.1 Are Overnight Camping or Paranormal Investigations Allowed at These Ghost Towns?…