On Saturday, November 25, 2023, Calico Ghost Town in Yermo welcomed over 2,000 attendees to…
Calico Ghost Town Regional Park
36600 Ghost Town Road, Yermo, CA 92398 909.387.2757PARK HOURS
- Open daily: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Closed: Christmas Day
Calico is an old West mining town that has been around since 1881 and was abandoned in the mid-1890s after silver lost its value. The town that once gave miners a good living lost its hustle and became a “ghost town.”
Walter Knott purchased Calico in the 1950’s architecturally restoring all but the five original buildings to look as they did in the 1880’s. Calico received State Historical Landmark 782 and in 2005 was proclaimed by then Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to be California’s Silver Rush Ghost Town.
Today, Calico is part of the San Bernardino County Regional Parks system, which is visited by people from across the country and from all over the world. Along with its history and attractions, Calico Ghost Town has shops, restaurants and offers camping, hiking and off-roading.
Due to the historic nature of the town, not all areas are ADA accessible. CAUTION: Mines in the Calico area are extremely hazardous and must not be approached for any reason.
Calico Ghost Town Map
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Camping
Cabins
Cabins and Bunk House reservations are now available online.
There are 10 cabins available for rental at Calico Ghost Town. Each cabin sleeps 4, is heated and air conditioned. Linens are not provided.
Rental is $75/night
Pet Deposit: $100 pet deposit.
For additional assistance, call 877.387.2757.
Bunkhouses
The Mini-Bunkhouse sleeps six, is heated/air conditioned and has a private bathroom/shower and kitchenette. Linens are not provided.
$160/night  – Two night minimum on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
The maximum for booking the bunkhouse is 20 people. Bunkhouse is heated and air conditioned. Linens are not provided. Restrooms are located outside; showers located in the campground.
$160/night  – 20 person maximum – Two night minimum on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Pet Deposit: $200
Camping for Special Event Weekends
Camping for Special Event Weekends is subject to special event weekend pricing.
Guests who camp, rent cabins, bunk house or mini bunkhouse receive free admission into the town.  During special event weekends, camping guests also receive free admission to the event weekend for up to four persons per site.  Additional persons per site will be charged the individual admission price.
Group Camping
For groups of 20 or more people (per night) is $5 per person per night for tent camping only. There is a one-time $20 non-refundable reservation fee and a group camping deposit is based on the first night stay and amount of people in the group. Upon arrival at Calico a ranger will take a head count and multiply the number of people by 5 (if 2 nights by 10). The ranger will then deduct the deposit and you will pay the remaining balance owed. Example: for 20 people for 2 nights the fee is $200 for camping. If the camping deposit is $150, you will owe $50 upon arrival at Calico.
We do not reserve for groups under 20 people. Each site is restricted to 1 vehicle, 1 tent and 4 people. Each additional vehicle is $10 per night, each tent is $5 per night and each additional person over 4 is $8 per night.
Group reservations may not be scheduled the Friday prior to or during event weekends.
Fees
Weekend Camping – RV Fee
Non-Refundable Reservation Fee: $10
Additional Vehicle Fee: $10
$45/night – no hookup
$5/night- no hookup additional tent
$50/night – partial hookup
$55/night – full hookup
Weekday Camping – RV Fee
Non-Refundable Reservation Fee: $10
Additional Vehicle Fee: $10
$35/night – no hookup
$5/night – no hookup additional tent
$40/night – partial hookup
$45/night – full hookup
Senior, Active Military & the Disabled Camping discount:  Sunday-Thurs. ONLY – RV Fee
$35/night – no hookup
$40/night – partial hookup
$45/night – full hookup
Activities
Off Highway Vehicles
Calico Ghost Town offers a variety of trails for off-roading. All ATV’s, dirt bikes, buggies, and UTV’s are allowed at the Calico trails.
Mountain Bike Trails
Calico Ghost Town offers a variety of mountain bike trails to explore. Ranging from beginner level, there are trails for every skill level to explore. Trail lengths range from two to thirty miles. Calico’s trails provide scenic panoramic views with unique geologic formations.
Hiking
Regional Parks offers a wide range of trails and footpaths to explore either on a leisurely walk or with a group of experienced hikers. No matter your skill level, our parks offer some of the most beautiful landscapes to travel through.
Attractions
Lucy Lane Museum
Artifacts, photographs and documents from Calico’s origin. Open daily from 9 am.-5 pm.
For further information about the attractions below visit: www.calicoattractions.com or call 760.254.3719
The attractions have a separate entrance fee. Your pets are welcome to join you on the visit to the attractions.
Maggie Mine
Explore an authentic silver mine from the 1880’s, with mining exhibits and historical displays. Open daily from 9 am.-5 pm.
Calico Odessa Railroad
Take an historical tour on a train similar to those used in early mining. Open daily from 9 am-5 pm.
Mystery Shack Tour
Be amazed and confused in this house of optical illusions. Open daily from 9:00 am-5 pm.
Gold Panning
Experience panning for gold just how the miners did it Open daily from 9 am-5 pm.
Weddings
Looking for an old-town historical background for your wedding? Then Calico is the place.
Ceremonies may take place from 9 am to 5 pm daily, excluding Calico festival and special event weekends. You supply your own officiant and marriage license, as well as flowers, music and decorations. Calico will handle the set up and take down of your seating arrangements.
Shops
Calico Ghost Town offers visitors nine shops with unique gifts and flavors of the west. Be sure to stop in and shop for that special gift or memento.
- Calico Woodworks
- Lane’s General Store
- Calico Photo Shop
- Calico Print Shop
- Calico R & D Fossils & Minerals
- Calico Bath & Candle Shop
- Pottery Shop
- Leather Works & Indian Trading Post
- Dorsey’s Gourmet Dog House
Food
Calico House Restaurant is open 8 AM to 5 PM daily
Calico House is a full-service restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner. Specializing in basic meals enjoyed by the townspeople in the late 1880’s Calico House serves up stews, pot pies, shepherd’s pie, meatloaf, and the famous Buffalo Burger. It also offers the finest in home-made barbecue, chicken, salads, desserts and more. With ample seating in the dining room or out on the back porch with views of the Calico & Odessa Railway, the Calico House Restaurant is great for a lunch or dinner in town; or the place to hold your party or event.
Old Miner’s Cafe
Located at the top of the town, Old Miner’s serves hamburgers, a variety of sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, ice cream and more. We now serve Seattle’s Best Coffee!
Lil’s Saloon
Remember the cowboys swinging through the doors of a saloon in your favorite Western movie? Lil’s Saloon is reminiscent of those days! Walk up to the bar and order up a sarsaparilla, enjoy a hot dog, pizza, soda or and a variety of snack foods. Now serving Seattle’s Best Coffee.
The Sweets Shop
Popcorn Wagon
Admission Fees
Festival Admission
Youth (4-11):  $5
Adults:  $10 – $20
Youth:  $5 – $10
Under 3: Free
Contact the park for specific festival admission fees 760.254.2122
Camping Fees
Weekend Rates
Reservation Fee: $10
$45/night -no hookup
$50/night – partial hookup
$55/night – full hookup
Weekday Rates
Reservation Fee: $10
$35/night – no hookup
$40/night – partial hookup
$45/night – full hookup
Seniors, Active Military, Veterans & Disabled Camping Sunday-Thurs. ONLY – RV
$35/night – no hookup
$40/night – partial hookup
$45/night – full hookup
Camping for Special Event Weekends is subject to special event weekend pricing.
Guests who camp, rent cabins, bunk house or mini bunkhouse receive free admission into the town.  During special event weekends, camping guests also receive free admission to the event weekend for up to four persons per site.  Additional persons per site will be charged the individual admission price.
Cabin Rental
$75/night
Mini-Bunkhouse
$160/night  – No minimum night required except on festival weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), which requires a two-night minimum.
Bunkhouse
$160/night  – 20 person maximum – No minimum night required except on festival weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), which requires a two-night minimum.
Camping for Special Event Weekends is subject to special event weekend pricing.
Group Camping
For groups of 20 or more people (per night) is $5 per person per night for tent camping only. There is a onetime $20 non-refundable reservation deposit and a camping deposit of $30 per site required at the time of booking. Upon arrival at Calico a ranger will take a people count and multiply the number of people by 5 (if 2 nights by 10). The ranger will then deduct the deposit and you will pay the remaining balance owed. Example: for 20 people for 2 nights the fee is $200 for camping. If the camping deposit is $150, you will owe $50 upon arrival at Calico.
For less than 20 people it is $30 per site. Each site is restricted to 1 vehicle, 1 tent and 4 people. Each additional vehicle is $10 per night, each tent is $5 per night and each additional person over 4 is $8 per night.
Group reservations may not be scheduled the Friday prior to or during event weekends.
To make camping reservations please visit www.sbcountyparks.com/
Facilities Rental
The Silver Bowl, School House, Campground Amphitheater or Livery Stage areas are available for rental for weddings and special events. The following is the rate schedule:
- Campground Amphitheater $150.00/use
- School House $250.00/use
- Silver Bowl or Livery Stage $350.00/use
Cancellation policy: $10 Cancellation Fee plus the original reservation fee will be charged if your cancellation is received 31 or more days prior to your arrival date. 50% of the first night fee plus the original reservation fee will be charged if your cancellation is received 30-11 days prior to your arrival date. Holidays/Special events – first full night on 2 night minimum reservations plus the original reservation fee  will be charged if your cancellation is received 30 – 11 days prior to your arrival date. FULL first night fee plus the original reservation fee will be charged if your cancellation is received less than 11 days prior to your arrival date. Holidays/Special events – first two full nights on 2 night minimum reservations plus the original reservation fee will be charged if your cancellation is received less than 11 days prior to your arrival date.  Changes in Reservation dates are subject to a new reservation fee.
*Original Reservation fee – This is the original reservation fee that was charged when the customer made the original reservation. No additional reservation fee should be charged.
Fees are subject to change.
Daily Admission
Adults: $8
Youth (4-11):  $5
3 years and younger:  Free
Annual Family Pass:   $50.00. (Valid for 12 months from date of purchase. Excludes special events and holidays. Valid ONLY at Calico Ghost Town.)
Bus fee (tour): $5.00/person 
School fee without attractions: $4.00/person
Dogs: $1/dog (excludes disabled assistance dogs.) Must be on 6′ leash at all times.
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Contact
Have a question? Call or send us an email:
Calico Ghost Town
760.254.1123
calicotown@parks.sbcounty.gov
36600 Ghost Town Road, Yermo, CA 92398