Calico is an old West mining town that has been around since 1881 and was abandoned in the mid-1890s after silver lost its value. The town that once gave miners a good living lost its hustle and became a “ghost town.” Today, Calico is part of the San Bernardino County Regional Parks system, which is visited by people from across the country and from all over the world.
Barstow is a city located in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is situated in the Mojave Desert region of Southern California, approximately 70 miles northeast of San Bernardino, and has a population of approximately 23,000 people.
The Lead Mountain mine area is known for excellent baryte crystals and beautiful hemimorphite sprays. Micromineral enthusiast can find coronadite, plattnerite, and other lead and manganese minerals.
Route 66 Mother Road Museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert Communities. Displays include development of the United States Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroads, automotive history, businesses and sites.
The Mojave River Valley Museum is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the scientific, historical and cultural heritage of the Mojave River Valley.
