Bodie

Sun shading (lidar)

Adjust simulated sun direction on the lidar hillshade. Azimuth = compass bearing of the light (0° north, 90° east). Altitude = height above the horizon (low = long shadows).

Historical map overlays

USGS scanned historical topographic maps. Enable an overlay and adjust its opacity. Works in 2D and 3D.

Sun azimuth: 315°   Sun altitude: 45°   Z factor: 1   Lidar opacity: 1
center: —   mouse: —   zoom: —

Bodie

Ghost Town CA • Mono County
Description
One of the best-preserved Gold Rush ghost towns in the United States. Founded 1859 after gold discovery; peaked in late 1870s with ~10,000 residents and produced over $35 million in gold and silver.
Historical Notes
California State Historic Park. Buildings left in 'arrested decay.' Designated California's official Gold Rush Ghost Town. Remote high-desert location helped preserve it.
Status / Verification preserved — Verified

Take Add Data / Take Notes

Log in or create an account to save private field notes for this location. Your notes are only visible to you.

Forgot password?
or

Enter your email and we'll send you a link to reset your password.

Back to log in
or