Abandoned
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The story behind the abandoned Colfax Hotel
Long ago, when the town of Colfax, formerly Illinoistown, was surrounded only by mountains and dirt roads, the iron horses…
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Clarksburg’s mighty Cornish house and the tale of George F. Cornish
150 years ago, George F. Cornish and his wife Mary made their way to Yolo County, California, with the aspirations…
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Donner Summit Train Tunnels: a historical journey through abandoned train tunnels
Truckee has been fondly referred to as “the most historical square mile in California.” And, perhaps, no site represents this…
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Forest City: Sierra County’s authentic Gold Rush ghost town
Forest City, appropriately named because of its location in the Tahoe National Forest, was settled in the summer of 1852…
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A historical look at the Mare Island Naval Hospital
The Mare Island Hospital is a massive structure with an immense presence. Although it has been inactive for nearly six…
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The Spirit of Sacramento: an abandoned riverboat with a fascinating tale
Sitting along the Garden Highway is an incredible roadside attraction with a fascinating tale. This giant paddlewheel boat (the Spirit…
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The SS Monte Carlo Uncovered: The Sin Ship’s legendary history
During the 1930’s a handful of ships, often thought to be under the control of the mob, dotted the Pacific…
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Abandoned Nevada County Hospital: the historic and tragic tale of the HEW building
On the outskirts of Nevada City, sits an abandoned mental health facility with a tragic story to tell. In addition…
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Photo Essay: Mare Island Naval Shipyard Waterfront
The abandoned waterfront of the Mare Island Naval Shipyard
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Silver City: a ghost town with cardiac arrested decay
Silver City is one of the most unique ghost towns in all of California. Like Bodie State Park and Calico,…
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