Things to Do Near Ballarat Ghost Town Strip (BALLARAT)
Ballarat Ghost Town Strip (BALLARAT) is a general aviation airport in Ballarat, California, at 1,060 ft field elevation with a 1,600 ft runway. 1 spot is right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger. Land on the road through a genuine Mojave ghost town — caretaker sells cold soda and tells stories. Barker Ranch (Charles Manson hideout) is a short flight away.
Attractions (1)
Ballarat Ghost Town
One of California's most intact Mojave ghost towns — a caretaker (Rocky) lives there and sells soda, tells stories, and knows the desert history better than anyone. The jail, graveyard, and original buildings still stand.
Hikes & Trails (1)
Panamint Dunes Hike
Desert dunes rising 1,000 feet above the Panamint Valley floor — a challenging 6-mile round trip to the dune crest with sweeping views of the Panamint Range and Death Valley.
Adventures (1)
Barker Ranch Flyover
Charles Manson's hideout at Barker Ranch in Goler Wash is a short flight or long drive up the canyon — the burned shell of the ranch house is a surreal piece of California history.
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