Ghost Towns of Northern California

Explore Northern California's Historic Mining Camps, Boomtowns & Forgotten Communities

Step back into the days of the California Gold Rush with Ghost Towns of Northern California, an engaging guide to the abandoned mining camps, once-thriving boomtowns, and forgotten settlements that helped shape the history of the American West. Filled with fascinating historical accounts, photographs, maps, and travel information, this book is an outstanding resource for ghost town explorers, metal detectorists, gold prospectors, historians, and outdoor adventurers.

From the famous mining communities of the Sierra Nevada to isolated mountain settlements and long-forgotten stage stops, this guide brings Northern California's rich mining heritage to life while helping readers discover the stories behind these remarkable places.

Perfect For

• Ghost town explorers

• Gold prospectors

• Metal detectorists

• Mining history enthusiasts

• Outdoor adventurers

• Jeep and off-road travelers

• Hikers and campers

• Historians

• Photographers

• Treasure hunters

• California travelers

• Western history collectors

What You'll Discover

• Historic Gold Rush mining towns

• Abandoned mining camps

• Forgotten settlements and boomtowns

• Early stagecoach routes

• Historic railroads

• Mining history and local legends

• Historic landmarks and remaining structures

• Scenic destinations throughout Northern California

Features

• Detailed profiles of historic ghost towns

• Historical photographs and illustrations

• Maps and travel directions

• Mining history and local stories

• Easy-to-follow organization

• Interesting historical facts and background

• Great for research or travel planning

• Suitable for field or home reference

Benefits

• Discover Northern California's rich mining history

• Plan memorable ghost town adventures

• Learn the stories behind famous Gold Rush communities

• Explore historic mining regions with confidence

• Gain a deeper appreciation for California's frontier heritage

• Makes an excellent resource for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts

Recommended Accessories

Complete your California exploration library with:

• Northern California Ghost Town Sites: Then and Now

• Northern California Gold & Gems Maps: Then and Now

• Fists Full of Gold by Chris Ralph

• Garrett Gold Panning Kit

• Handheld GPS

• Metal Detector

• 10X Triplet Jeweler's Loupe

• Pocket Microscope

• Field Notebook

• Topographic Maps

Specifications

• Title: Ghost Towns of Northern California

• Format: Paperback

• Language: English

• Subject: Northern California Ghost Towns & Mining History

• Illustrated: Historical Photographs, Maps & Illustrations

• Suitable for Beginners and Experienced Explorers

What's Included

• One copy of Ghost Towns of Northern California

Why Buy From High Plains Prospectors?

At High Plains Prospectors, we know that every abandoned mining camp has a story to tell. Ghost Towns of Northern California is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the Gold Rush, historic mining communities, and exploring California's forgotten past. Whether you're planning a metal detecting trip, researching old mining camps, or simply fascinated by frontier history, this guide will help you uncover the people, places, and legends that made Northern California one of America's greatest mining regions.

No one knows ghosts towns--nor what ghost town lovers want to know about them--like Philip Varney & Tony Hillerman. Get ready for adventure as ghost town expert Philip Varney takes you on a tour of Northern California’s most fascinating historic mining camps and ghost towns. Ghost Towns of Northern California provides background on the Gold Rush of 1849 and later strikes, as well as comprehensive information on more than 50 towns and sites--from out-of-the-way Campo Seco and New Idria to popular sites such as Coloma and Bodie. Varney also covers ghost forts, Chinese fishing villages, and the famous "ghost prison" of Alcratraz. If you’re an armchair visitor, you’ll appreciate the rich color photographs and descriptive text that bring the region to life. With chapters arranged by region and tons of travel information and maps, visitors will find this pictorial guide makes traveling the area a breeze. John Drew is the photographer of Ghost Towns of Colorado; he and his wife Susan Drew have photographed ghost towns throughout the West.