Randsburg - Ghost Town

A Living Ghost Town We took another detour to check out this historic mining district. We thought it was a ghost town but there are actual residents living and working the businesses along Butte Avenue (which is like their Main Street). Randsburg was once a mining town with a rich history. It is located between SoCal and the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California.We parked right outside the General Store, which is the town's claim to fame. Unfortunately, we were told by its next door neighbor, the Rock and Crystal shop, that it closed its doors in early January this year. Bummer! I spent some time at this crystal shop, I got to know the gentle and sweet owner as we chatted a little bit, I purchased some items. We walked over to the infamous "Joint" and ordered cheeseburgers and a couple of sodas. Inside has a huge bar, a couple of pool tables, music, TV, and good ole Cali ghost town hospitality. We sat outside at their outdoor patio... they seemed surprised to see a couple of Asians walk in LoL!Randsburg is a cool place to visit. A genuine Old West gold mining town with all the original buildings still in tact and some of them still in use. Check out the genuine storefronts... these aren't fake. We also stopped at the City Jail. There are two cells inside with mannequin props. The cell on the left is a Dancehall gal standing next to a poem telling one of her stories. The one on the right houses a miner who just had a little too much to drink. The museum was closed. Review #2994

I have been wanting to go for years and we finally made a detour today a drive an extra hour to go. I was beyond disappointed that nothing was open. Yes it was Sunday but it was noon and even signs on the doors said 11-4. Only saw one small family I believe lived there and they were friendly but busy. Nobody else around. General Store apparently is permanently closed along with someOthers. Wish I knew ahead of time. I love ghost towns but not worth the stop. We had planned on lunch at the Joint. Not open. Oh well.

Randsburgh is a living ghost town and is a fascinating destination for history buffs and adventure seekers alike. Located in the Mojave Desert of California, this deserted town offers a glimpse into the past and the remnants of a once-thriving mining community. The eerie atmosphere and dilapidated buildings transport you back in time, making it a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts. They have a few shops and restaurants open if you get hungry but just be aware that they get packed. Offroaders and bikers gather here often.

I was excited to see this ghost town on my way into Kernville. However, they are not open on weekdays. It is a slight stretch of Butte Street.. that is called the "ghost town." I am not sure that I would waste my time coming back. Everything that is supposedly a ghosted building is now converted to some sort of store.

It's not really a ghost town...it was crazy busy! It felt like a biker convention was going on. Not a lot of mask wearing, so we didn't stay long. I look forward to visiting when it isn't during a pandemic since now I know it's gonna be busy.

Randsburg is a small town in the desert. Many off road vehicles can be found in the area. It's a nice place to visit during a day trip. It's known as a living ghost town that was once a mining area. Our 1st visit we walked the town which isn't that big and had lunch at the local restaurant. Avoid visiting during the summer months because it gets extremely hot during the day.

Best little hidden gem in the desert. I've been stopping by here for years for a quick work break. There's a public restroom that's always clean. There is usually a couple of restraints that are open a few days a week most of the year. The museum is open some holidays and weekends. There's a couple of air B&B's we stayed at. It's just a nice quiet little town you can relax and listen to the wind in.

I've passed through Randsburg a few times but the cheesy wares in their shops never made me linger. Yesterday was Old West Day in Randsburg and it was a great opportunity to take another look.The blocked off main street was lined with old cars, vendors selling tzotchkes, and food booths. There were some families but I noticed a surprisingly large number of drunk, tattooed biker chicks. (Hey, I'm not judging. I'm just reporting what I saw. Maybe they rented a bus and came here as a group activity.) During all of this, a good bluegrass band was playing on the street for a satisfied crowd.It was a beautiful day and I spent time walking the quiet side streets. That was the best part of my visit and definitely worth it. It's a nice town that clearly wants more tourists. Some good small hotels and B&Bs would help. I just hope they don't open a fudge shop. That's the sign that a tourist town has sold-out and crossed the line.

This was a Harvest Host visit for my husband and I in a 32 foot Motorhome, pulling a Jeep. Loved the little town of Randsburg and our Harvest Hosts, Gary and Linda couldn't have been nicer. It is a very long drive to get here, up steep hills. Once we arrived we settled into our campsite (no hook ups, dirt, not level) and walked the town. It was an amazing town. They had just had some kindof celebration over the weekend which was very busy. We pulled in on a Monday, everything was closed and it really felt like a Ghost Town! We met a few locals on our walk and they shared how businesses were closing (like the General Store-disappointed in this as the website shows a really authentic old western General Store) Not sure we would visit again as it is so remote, and many business are closing. It really was an excellent experience however.

This was my first time in a ghost town(living ghost town). So I have nothing to compare it to. It definitely felt like a ghost town. Most shops were closed. Hardly a soul in site. There was one souvenir shop with lots of interesting things to buy. They had polished rocks, crystals, antiques, petrified wood, and lots of cute gifts. The people in the store were very friendly and helpful. I will definitely return one day. You can literally walk in the middle of the street there with your eyes closed because there is almost no traffic there. It's like looking back in time there when you see those old buildings, old mining equipment, and artifacts. Can't wait to return again.