Bodie State Historic Park is an authentic gold mining ghost town. The buildings are in "arrested decay", they are not being maintained, they are being left to the whims of the elements. Only 5% of the original buildings still remain due to 2 devastating fires.The town dates from the mid-1800's and was finally abandoned in the 1940's. It is interesting to peek through the windows of the buildings and see how people lived in the past. This is the town's school building.
July 1, 2012 I was surprised to see this iris blooming at Bodie State Park due to how high (elevation 8375') and dry the area is. These plants were growing near a spring. The buildings in the background include the undertaker's house and visitor center.
