Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The drive to Cerro Gordo winds through rugged, steep terrain in the Inyo Mountains, offering stunning views of the Owens Valley below. This remote journey sets the stage for exploring the historic ghost town.
Cerro Gordo, a historic ghost town in California’s Inyo Mountains, offers a glimpse into the silver boom of the late 19th century. Once a thriving mining town, Cerro Gordo supplied vast amounts of silver and lead to Los Angeles, fueling its early growth. Today, the abandoned town is a preserved relic of the Old West, complete with original buildings, mining equipment, and stories of its rowdy past. Visitors can explore its saloon, hotel, and blacksmith shop, immersing themselves in the history of this remote mining hub.
The road to Cerro Gordo is an adventure in itself. Winding through steep, rugged terrain, it ascends over 8,000 feet with panoramic views of the Owens Valley and Sierra Nevada. Originally built in the late 1800s to haul ore down the mountain, this route played a crucial role in the town’s success. Mule teams and wagons once braved the treacherous path to transport silver to the valley below. Today, the drive is a thrilling journey through history, blending breathtaking scenery with the remnants of a bygone era.
VIDEO FILMED: 09/05/2024
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Welcome to the Cactus Atlas! We are Glenn and Amy and invite you to join us as we visit all sorts of locations across the American West. We tour both natural and man-made attractions.
Our base of operations is in the Phoenix, AZ area. We do a lot of hiking, day trips, and campground reviews and hope that we will be a great resource if you are planning a trip to the American West. We also hope to delight you with our exciting adventures!
The drive to Cerro Gordo winds through rugged, steep terrain in the Inyo Mountains, offering stunning views of the Owens Valley below. This remote journey sets the stage for exploring the historic ghost town.
Cerro Gordo, a historic ghost town in California’s Inyo Mountains, offers a glimpse into the silver boom of the late 19th century. Once a thriving mining town, Cerro Gordo supplied vast amounts of silver and lead to Los Angeles, fueling its early growth. Today, the abandoned town is a preserved relic of the Old West, complete with original buildings, mining equipment, and stories of its rowdy past. Visitors can explore its saloon, hotel, and blacksmith shop, immersing themselves in the history of this remote mining hub.
The road to Cerro Gordo is an adventure in itself. Winding through steep, rugged terrain, it ascends over 8,000 feet with panoramic views of the Owens Valley and Sierra Nevada. Originally built in the late 1800s to haul ore down the mountain, this route played a crucial role in the town’s success. Mule teams and wagons once braved the treacherous path to transport silver to the valley below. Today, the drive is a thrilling journey through history, blending breathtaking scenery with the remnants of a bygone era.
VIDEO FILMED: 09/05/2024
▬▬ L O C A T I O N I N F O ▬▬
⚪ CERRO GORDO - store.cerrogordomines.com
⚪ Directions to CERRO GORDO - maps.app.goo.gl/vRyx7wKgJgxPTD1b8
▬▬ L I N K S ▬▬
⚪ Gear we use - amazon.com/shop/thecactusatlas
⚪ onX Offroad App - alnk.to/gKQ0FLG
⚪ See where we've been - google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1r2ZDO125o_NU7fUt0GPYfZeMKhHqYX3D&usp=sharing
⚪ Music from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/6sihr2
(As an Amazon Associate and onX Affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases.)
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✅ Find us on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook - @cactusatlas.
✅ Check out our website - cactusatlas.com
Welcome to the Cactus Atlas! We are Glenn and Amy and invite you to join us as we visit all sorts of locations across the American West. We tour both natural and man-made attractions.
Our base of operations is in the Phoenix, AZ area. We do a lot of hiking, day trips, and campground reviews and hope that we will be a great resource if you are planning a trip to the American West. We also hope to delight you with our exciting adventures!
