BODIE STATE HISTORIC
PARK
Overview
Bodie State Historic Park preserves a genuine gold-mining ghost
town. Visitors can walk down the deserted streets of a town that
once had a population of 10,000 people. Only a small part of the
town survives, preserved in a state of "arrested decay."
Visitors may look through windows to interiors that remain as they
were left. Note that there is water but no food for sale in the
park. There is an unshaded picnic area. Be prepared for dry, windy,
hot 8300 - foot + elevations.
This high desert site is open all year (8-7 in
summer, 9-4 or as posted in winter) but the Visitor Center/museum
is only open from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9 a.m. to
6 p.m. Because of the elevation, the park is accessible only by
over-snow equipment during the winter months. Visitors should be
aware of how high altitude may affect them. From U.S. 395 south
of Bridgeport, take State Route 270 east ten miles to the end of
the pavement, and continue three miles on a very rough, unsurfaced
road to Bodie.
Picnic Area
Four accessible picnic sites, with an accessible no-flush vault
syle restroom nearby, are available.
Exhibits/Programs
The fully protected facilities and high desert conditions here may
challenge persons who have limited mobility. Visitors with limited
mobility who notify staff upon arrival may be able to park closer
to visitor area. Many structures are on boardwalks that require
climbing stairs from streets to get to window views. Original uneven
boardwalks and unimproved terrain are the norm. Parking includes
a van accessible space. A no-flush vault restroom near the parking
lot is accessible.
The Visitor Center/museum is generally accessible but assistance
may be required at the entry ramp. A captioned video on Bodie history
is available. History talks at the church may be accessible to wheelchair
users who are strong riders or assisted. Contact the park for more
information regarding accommodation.
D. L. BLISS STATE PARK
Overview
D.L. Bliss State Park is named for a pioneering lumberman, railroad
owner, and banker of the region whose family donated 744 acres to
the State Park system in 1929. The park lies along Lake Tahoe and
provides some excellent views of the area. It is located 17 miles
south of Tahoe City on Highway 89, just two miles north of Emerald
Bay. Visitors should be aware of how high altitude may affect them.
Picnic Area
The picnic area near Lester Beach has accessible tables dispersed
throughout generally level terrain, but assistance may be required
crossing loose bark surfaces. Restrooms in the day use areas are
generally accessible. Parking. Designated accessible parking is
available. Assistance may be required with slopes on path of travel
to tables.
