Bodie State Historic Park
Bridgeport, CA
A gold-rush town left in arrested decay, with about 100 buildings still standing as they were abandoned. The last three miles of SR-270 are gravel; there is an entrance fee and snow often blocks the road in winter.
- Nearest town
- Bridgeport, CA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 38.2120, -119.0120
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. Hot in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Willow Springs RV ParkMotorhome stopover11 mi from Bodie State Historic Park · 27 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Bridgeport Reservoir Marina & CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Bodie State Historic Park
- Lundy Canyon CampgroundCampsite16 mi from Bodie State Historic Park · 36 pitchesTentsCaravans
- Mono Vista RV ParkMotorhome stopover18 mi from Bodie State Historic ParkTentsMotorhomesElectricityToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Annett's Mono Village CampgroundCampsite20 mi from Bodie State Historic ParkCaravans
- Ellery CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Bodie State Historic Park · 12 pitchesTentsCaravansDrinking waterToilets
All campsites in California · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Bodie State Historic Park?
Bodie State Historic Park is in Bridgeport, CA, at GPS 38.2120, -119.0120. It is about 19 mi from Lee Vining.
Can you camp near Bodie State Historic Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Willow Springs RV Park, about 11 mi away; within 25 mi there are 34 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Bodie State Historic Park?
Bodie State Historic Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Mammoth Lakes, June Lake Loop and the ghost town of Bodie.
What is there to see near Bodie State Historic Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mono Lake Tufa (19 mi), June Lake Loop (30 mi), Tuolumne Meadows (30 mi) and Tenaya Lake (36 mi).
When is the best time to visit Bodie State Historic Park?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)