Calico Ghost Town - History, Then & Now Vintage Photos, and Abandoned Attractions

[@TheDailyWoo]

The Sams Place find is epic !

[@fullermrff]

I was thinking the same thing, Adam

[@allegedlymario]

Adam The Woo?

[@TampaJay]

That was a perfect history lesson of Calico. I enjoyed this very much.

[@angeredcheese1332]

Dude it is so hot around the Mojave this time of year, you willingly stood outside here? That's dedication.

[@tombuck]

I had no idea it was technically a county park. The slanted house holds very dear memories to me. I can’t get enough of these past and present comparisons!

[@ms.donaldson2533]

I'm from Baltimore and my aunt took the family here and Knott's Berry Farm on our visit out west. I still have pictures from our trip in 1981 in books around here somewhere, along with brochures and a wooden chip from one of the vendors. You brought back great memories!!! Thank you so much for the trip down memory lane with my 10 year old grandson. I wish I had money to relive my 11 year old experience with him.

[@lizlocher3612]

This is the Best Calico Ghost Town video ever!!! You go to places within the town no one else can find i.e. Sam's Place, n inside the Maggie Mine hole which is a little creepy!!! You are loaded down with colourful information and Walter Knott was a great philanthropist with unending ideas and ways to get things accomplished!!!! Loved the Bottle House n the Train too!!! Attaboy, Justin Scarred!!!

[@markraymond3886]

I've been there many times between the late 60s to the late 80's. Both as a Boy Scout on camping trips to a young adult searching for adventure (and abandoned mines to enter). I wish I had some photos to share with you but they were all lost while moving across the country. The video brings back a ton of memories. Thank You, Justin.

[@frankvanhecke366]

Fantastic video. I loved your rapid fire delivery.I grew up in Barstow and Calico was our main attraction back in the 60's and 70's.Thank you for giving me back great memories.

[@3939michele]

Just watched this. Loved that you do the now and then Calico. As usual the history you show is so fascinating. As an adult I've driven by Calico and never stopped. The last time I was there was in the 60's with my family when I was a little kid. So thanks for the video.

[@lizlocher3612]

Great detective work, Justin!!! It's super cool that your interest in Calico is so sincere that you've been visiting n researching it so often throughout the years, finding the original 1960's entrance to the town was a ride into it in ore cars!!! How Cool 😎🤠!!!! Double Attaboy Justin Scarred,!!!!

[@BB.halo_heir]

I love how Justin said the well dressed tourists must have turned off the side of the road to see what was going on. He can really paint a picture, and cares about all the details ❤

[@pmmac2382]

Lovely tour and history! My family would visit calico often in 50s and 60s. I remember walking up the hill from the lower parking lot. I believe that was the only entrance back then. We would pack a picnic lunch and carry it up the hill. There were picnic tables in the ruins by the general store. Magical place then and now. Same is true for Knots Berry Farm.

[@larrymelton4750]

I remember Calico before Walter Knott. The mine was always cold and as I remember there was only about three or four buildings that were open, ore cart tracks ( bridges ) were across the canyon to the other side going to several mines, Walter had them removed and the mine entrance were plugged for safety. Fond memories before Walter and progress.

[@anthony605]

Man I love your channel. I can’t stop watching the quality history you provide. I’m glad I discovered it last night.

[@skiddwister9143]

Quite impressive. He spoke for almost a half an hour without taking a breath. Great job, Justin.

[@teambuddamma]

When you started talking about the the lower parking lot. By seeing the cables & that area I realized. When my family & I went to Calico in the mid 80's. They use to have mining cars, That would take you up to the top to the town. When I watched your video, I did not know that Calico was even still open. I am glad to see it still is. Good job on this video. Keep up the good work.

[@amusementnow4416]

Nice video! Always cool when you dig deep into classic roadside attractions like this.

[@guiltyasnin]

I know those mine cars were in use during the 90s. My grandma, mom and myself would take the stairs. My grandpa had mobility issues so he waited for the cable cars. I’m so glad you showed that.

[@disneymagic6197]

Justin, I love your passion for history. And I love that you can go to the same place over and over again and still feel excited each time you go.

[@gracetwin]

Thank you for sharing the Disney, Knott's and Calico Ghost Town videos!

[@DoubleMrE]

I'm 61 now. I went to Calico with my family back in 1966 when I was 7. I honestly didn't remember very much, but this brought back a few memories. Thanks!

[@planetmern]

Excellent video. Great how you had the old pictures to compare to today's Calico. Entertaining video!

[@Krisperela]

I live in Barstow CA. And I love Calico so much ❤️❤️❤️ it’s my favorite place to go and I take my daughter every Easter. 😁

[@2a.m.studio972]

Great video and love the history of the ooooooooooooooooold west! Bought a cool t-shirt to support the cause. Very nice!

[@Riceball01]

There's actually a campground at Calico which is literally right next door the ghost town and it's a great way to visit Calico and the neighboring areas. Just set up your tent, or RV or trailer, pay the fee and you're good to go.

[@skeeterIdeplore]

One of your old time pictures. It was a photo op figure. My Dad and I had our picture taken at that same figure in 1967. Thank you for a lovely memory

[@TM-bd7nf]

Love the enthusiasm that you tell the story with. I love visiting the Mojave desert and Calico is one of my favorite places.

[@sandinoyes3882]

Had so much fun at Calico many times. Grandparents lived near Barstow. We always rode the ore cars up to Calico in the 60s. Loved it. Thanks for reminding me...lots of smiles here

[@bettytunnell3982]

I remember stopping by there on our way to California on September 12th 2001. It was a great place to stop and check out. Thanks for sharing.

[@pandemonium274]

Great Job Justin, as always. You are rapidly becoming the new Huell Howser. And believe me, that is saying a lot. I love your research and enthusiasm. You show the joy that Huell used to. I think this is a great path for you!!!

[@popcornsamurai]

Karl Schapel that’s what I was thinking too. Justin is the new Huell indeed.

[@margaret-annestrella8096]

Yes a video for my birthday! Love calico and love these videos. It's like a birthday gift 😊

[@stevemellin560]

I took that tram when I was a kid 1967 or do thank you for showing it .and keep cool bro . have a great week .

[@gregsvlogshow]

why dose this video have such low views!! It's awesome! Love your style Justen!! History and humor!

[@adventureswithchristian6967]

You did a great job on this video. I've seen all your Calico videos, and this is the best!!!

[@jimbokay5696]

Another fun, historical video from Justin. Thank you!

[@lonotiki]

Always such great adventures, when the desert calls...you sure answer! Love me some Calico, thank you Justin for all the fun you bring us all along~ Alohas Always~

[@1boostup]

Awesome video I like the old pictures vs what it looks like now !

[@conniecrawford5231]

Justin and Calico together again !

[@kidghost7628]

Love you bro... so happy when you post!

[@dorothysue1]

Haven't been there since I was a little kid. Thanks for the video.

[@CrazyforTrouble]

Excellent work. I had no idea about that other entrance and tram.

[@lizlocher3612]

WOW!!!! What a great story about your friend being allergic to shellfish n swelling up n sitting in the 115 degree car no air on so you guys had to take him to emergency room.!!!! That's a classic!!!

[@tesisnotokay4963]

I was just camping at Calico! I got home today! We decorated a trailer with my aunt and uncle, and we won the home decorating contest! My uncle was so proud, they planned 3 months ahead!

[@LetYrLiteShine]

I rode that tram entrance to Calico and I remember the Maggie Mine was a ride, not a walk thru. I was confused when I revisited a few years ago as we parked on the same level as the ghost town. Great vlog.

[@fullermrff]

it was a ride? What year was this? I always thought it was a walk through

[@StormAlterWorlds]

New video from Justin! Yay!

[@rryan844]

HAHA wow I wasn’t expecting the cameo appearance from Dr. R Rhea!!!! Thank you Justin, that just made my day. 😅 The original visit and video of that is still one my all-time favorite Justin moments.

[@rmannayr2129]

WOW THIS DESERT IS SO DESERTED!!!!!!!!

[@dogandpony4931]

Great Video! Love your tour, very cool!

[@wanettarenay8215]

sitting here with a bad tooth in a lot of pain, i'm in pain, the tooth ,aside from being rotten , is fine, but i am smiling because of your vlog, you do a great job

[@anab.7450]

I always learn something new from you! So awesome!

[@Club34Disneyland]

Great Video Justin. It's 2 hours from our place too, and yet we have never been. Definitely need to go check it out 👍

[@allegedlymario]

WOW! That was awesome info. Thank you Justin.

[@gregsmith1719]

Someone is conspicuously missing! Keep it up, Justin!

[@bobthewobbly6516]

Awesome vid. I should drag my wife through a southwest road trip to see all these cool places you go.

[@ruthkeenan7800]

living in Ireland not sure i'll ever make it to the ooooold west so thanks for taking me there Justin!

[@stephenl3974]

Great video as usual! I especially love your Disneyland history and tips videos!

[@nancysanchez2388]

Great work Scarred!

[@therange4033]

You must be a reborn Olde Time Silver Snaffler! Really, something you are drawn to like this can be an echo of a previous life.

[@Paradiselost69]

Your videos are just awesome, especially enjoyed watching all of your route 66 collection 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@shawnwright745]

great great great video did such a great job i just love calico when i lived in calif i used to go a lot thank you for this great job love ya

[@princessdolls]

Amazing video

[@MrPhoenixQuill]

I can't believe that the tram up the hill is abandoned. The only time I was ever there, back in 93, I rode it up and was fascinated by it all.

[@iamblessed8484]

Awesome as always!

[@DaveHaringa]

Another great and informative vid!!

[@Cre80s]

Love your pop culture spin on historical spots like this. 👍

[@rebeccajskilling]

I love love love this kind of stuff!!! We've been to Bodie. Go there!

[@danvango]

awsome presentation, dont forget to stop at the intersection at the 1950 Peggy Sue Diner.

[@1979cush]

I think it was in the 90s when they finally paved the streets of old calico. You ever think about doing the camp out ghost tours that they do their really fun and to hear the stories are great

[@richardwillett]

The Horseshoe Curve outside of Altoona Pa. that has a small tram to take people up the hill from the parking lot too!

[@ThisLoveLeeLife]

I rode those carts/tram back in the 80’s when I was a kid. I haven’t been back since then. I need to take my kids next time we go to California!

[@joelawson3638]

Thanks for the history lesson Justin

[@bcrich792000]

Love how Calico has the same trash cans as Knott's.

[@kgarofalo71]

Justin, with every bit of seriousness I can muster... please pitch KCET in regards to being the new Huell Howzer. We both know that nobody can replace Huell but you bring the same enthusiasm, intellectual curiosity and youthful “awe” that he brought to his adventures.

[@CaliforniaPlaces]

Great video, very informative Thank you!

[@bravozulu0380]

oh my gosh yes i love knotts berry farm!

[@patbowman6723]

Cool vlog. Very interesting and I love the new and old comparisons , amazing to think my parents used to dress like that. Anything western is new to me being raised on the east coast I think I missed a lot of fun. We used to drive from New Jersey to Fl. every year and we stayed in some pretty cool motels (none of them had a car port attached) and back then there were some great road side attractions.Unfortunately most if not all are closed or made into new businesses, what ever will the kids of today have to talk about when they are older. Keep up the great work Justin I love it and I'm sure plenty of others do to. Thanks for sharing. P.S. I never went to Disney either but you make it seem like a ton of fun.

[@richardweaver9682]

The "Ore Cart" ride dropped you off at the statoion on top which was right near where the photogeaphy shop is today. . We took a few times when I was a kid but mostly we took the stairs. The upper parking lot was not open to the public in the 60's and 70's.

[@rsr4099]

I love this video! I would love to vist a fraction of the places youve been.

[@TheClumsyJedi]

"Maybe because of this tree.." Uh, sorry pal. That's a creosote bush! Lived in the Mojave Desert for 29 years of my life, and we don't have natural trees out there unless it's next to the river. :p I do kind of miss Calico...a lot of fun family memories there!

[@thefilmstone9158]

I love your videos!! Also my family have been wanting to go soon😁

[@YoutuberoGt]

wonderful place a good video very good job thank you

[@cersadescosmos7497]

Pretty good Jimmy Stewart impression.

[@blakesupra4440]

killin it at always. great video. sleep well..;.)

[@amsterik1]

Love that! I’ve been there at my California (+) trip. Wish i also had been able to visit Knott’s Berry Farm; I chose Disneyland ;) love your KZbin Channel as well. Greetings from Amsterdam

[@mommyandcaycay1270]

I watched your video because I went to Calico once as a kid in the early nineties. The whole time I was watching I kept wondering how come you didn’t record the rail car ride that brings you up the hill. That was my favorite part of Calico. That’s so sad that it’s been abandoned.

[@karenkozak2068]

I don't want to seem "shellfish" but, sounds like your friend was having a Clam Bake in the car!!! Tee-Hee. Thanks for the tour of Calico in the OooO00ooLD West!

[@Lurker1979]

You need to write a history book. Telling stories of your adventures in historical places.

[@jeffstubb6116]

On our trips to the midwest, my family and I used to spend the night there in the campground they had there, we never got there when it was open, but we would walk around.

[@TheGeoDaddy]

I remember visiting Calico a number of times... staying once over night in the campground... and that “rock” I slept on that I couldn’t shift away from my back... 2020 - No Corona

[@herbm8709]

Great video!

[@timharrison1447]

Justin, I have several pictures of Calico taken in 1991. I'd be happy to send you copies if you are interested. They were still using the ore cars to transport people up to the town then.

[@johnalvinbelarmino598]

another great video

[@eraven1982]

Super cool!

[@sallybayless6471]

Hey Justin love the video ! I live In a small town actually near Palm Springs called anza Not sure if there’s enough history out here for a video but it’s a cute small little town , something to check out for new place to film there’s also my neighboring town idyllwild that actually has some great history and being a celebrity get away town! Just a few things to suggest 😁👍🏻 My parents always wanted to take me out to calico growing up but we’re never able too so it was great watching your videos on it!

[@G.G14]

This reminds me of an old Scrooge McDuck story by Carls Barks called "Mystery of the Ghost Town Railroad" where Scrooge hides an important document in a bottle house :)

[@rmannayr2129]

THE WILD WILD WEST!!!!

[@bheagle65]

Justin... I used to live in the Rhyolite NV train depot.... Top floor .... since you mentioned the bottle house, Perhaps you can do a video on Rhyolite....

[@irisburelli5028]

My husband and I rode the tram up to the town. After being to Bodie off Hwy.. 395, we were a little disappointed. It didn't seem to ghostly. We were upset at paved walkway the most. It was worth going and if anyone drives to Vegas needs to stop and see Calico.

[@maryc5353]

I don't know if you read the comments, but if you get a chance, look into the Tropico Gold Mine in Rosamond, Ca. Also, there are tigers and other big cats nearby. My mom and I volunteered to feed the big cats.

[@travish194]

Before you mentioned anything about the "You're next" sign I was like "What does THAT mean?! It's so ominous" and then you mentioned it lmao