Silver City Ghost Town

3829 Lake Isabella Blvd, Bodfish, CA 93205
Store Overview

Silver City Ghost Town is a small roadside museum and antique shop in Bodfish, California featuring over 35 authentic structures from 1800s mining towns relocated to preserve local history. Visitors pay $7.50 admission for a guided introduction and free exploration of historic buildings filled with period artifacts, old tools, and mining memorabilia. The attached antique shop offers vintage trinkets and collectibles. A quick 30-45 minute stop perfect for history enthusiasts and photographers, with knowledgeable staff and beautiful photo opportunities.

STORE SIZE
Small Shop
PRICE RANGE
$
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
TYPICAL VISIT
Quick Stop
What Makes This Store Special
Historical artifacts
Mining-era memorabilia
Antique trinkets
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
8/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Authentic 1800s structures and genuine artifacts from mining era
72%
Educational value and historical significance
76%
Friendly, knowledgeable staff providing context and stories
82%
What Customers Love
Authentic historical buildings and artifacts preserved from Gold Rush era
Knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful staff/caretaker
Great photo opportunities and unique atmosphere
Areas for Improvement
Small size - limited exploration time (30-45 minutes typical)
Price point ($7.50) questioned by some as steep for the experience
Some buildings not accessible to enter; limited interior access
Overall Customer Sentiment
Nostalgic and appreciative. Customers express genuine enthusiasm for the historical preservation effort and authentic character, though some feel it's overhyped or overpriced for the scale.
Contact Information
ADDRESS
3829 Lake Isabella Blvd, Bodfish, CA 93205
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Store Hours
Checking hours...
Monday
Closed
Store Locationand other close stores