Calico Ghost Town
36600 Ghost Town Rd · Yermo, CA
Why you should go…
Calico Ghost Town is a former silver-mining town from the 1880s, now operated as a regional park by San Bernardino County. Visitors can walk original and reconstructed buildings, tour the Maggie Mine, ride the Calico & Odessa Railroad, and browse shops and eateries along Main Street. The park also offers camping and cabin rentals and hosts seasonal festivals such as Calico Days.
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Good to know
General attractions guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Book the time slot, not just the ticket
Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.
Grab the daily schedule on arrival
Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.
The first hour is the quietest
Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.
Budget past the ticket price
Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.