Bodie State Historical Park Photos

By August 1, 2009October 24th, 2022California, Sierra Nevada

I recently made a banzai road trip run up to Bodie State Park, near Mono Lake, to make some photos. I got to the park gate about 30 minutes before sunrise, and to my delight found that only two other photographers were there that morning. Solitude, at sunrise, in one of the finest ghost towns in the country. (OK, granted, Bodie is not technically a “ghost town”, but I think of it that way.) I basically had the entire town to myself and did not bump into another person for at least an hour. It was quiet, cool, with clear skies and dew on the grass. I spent about two hours wandering around, peering around into the old homes, barns, shops and town halls.

I have posted my Bodie State Historic Park photos on my website.

Wagon and interior of County Barn, Brown House and Moyle House in distance, Bodie State Historical Park, California

Wagon and interior of County Barn, Brown House and Moyle House in distance.
Image ID: 23106
Location: Bodie State Historical Park, California, USA

Wheaton and Hollis Hotel, interior of pool room and parlor, Bodie State Historical Park, California

Wheaton and Hollis Hotel, interior of pool room and parlor.
Image ID: 23110
Location: Bodie State Historical Park, California, USA

About Phil Colla

I am a natural history photographer. I enjoy making compelling images in the ocean, on land, and in the air. I have maintained the Natural History Photography blog since 2005 and my searchable Natural History Photography Library since 1997. Here are some tear sheets and behind the scenes views. Thanks for looking!