Our Top Abandoned Places in California

Our top abandoned places in California for Urban Exploring.

~Here is a short list of our top abandoned places in California for Urban Exploring.~

This list is not in any particular order and is only locations that have photographed in 360-degree spherical images. View our list of top abandoned locations in California that have been photographed in 360-degree spherical images or that we think are worth exploring. If you have any information to add to any of these locations, drop a comment below or send us an email. If you choose to go out and do some urban exploring in your area, here is a list of just a few safety tips for Urbex. Never been urban exploring? Don’t worry, we put together this page with some of our favorite urban exploring gear. Sign up to be a Gold member and get access to hundreds of locations with GPS coordinates.

► Jack London’s Wolf House

Jack London’s Wolf House – Discover Jack London’s Wolf House in Glen Ellen, CA—a historic, abandoned gem rich in lore, ideal for urban exploring now.

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► Lincoln Heights Jail

Lincoln Heights Jail – Discover the eerie history of Lincoln Heights Jail in Los Angeles. Once a notorious prison, now a haunting destination for urban explorers.

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► White City Ruins

White City Ruins – Discover the intriguing history of White City Ruins in Altadena, CA—a must-visit site for urban exploring in California and lovers of abandoned in California gems.

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► Point Reyes Shipwreck

Point Reyes Shipwreck – Explore the haunting beauty of the Point Reyes Shipwreck in California, a favorite for urban explorers seeking abandoned treasures.

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► Zzyzx Mineral Springs and Health Spa

Zzyzx Mineral Springs and Health Spa – Discover the history of the abandoned Zzyzx Mineral Springs and Health Spa in California, a captivating site for urban explorers.

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► Mojave Megaphone

Mojave Megaphone – Discover the enigmatic Mojave Megaphone in Crucero, California, a must-visit site for urban exploring and history enthusiasts.

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► Lake Dolores Water Park

Lake Dolores Water Park – Embark on a full immersive experience as you journey through the abandoned Lake Dolores Water Park, nestled in Newberry Springs, California.

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► Devil’s Bunker

Devil’s Bunker – Explore the history of Devil’s Slide Bunker in San Mateo County, a World War 2 relic with a fascinating military past.

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► Murphy Ranch

Murphy Ranch – In the heart of Rustic Canyon, Los Angeles, lies a place shrouded in mystery and cloaked in urban legends. Click the link below to explore the Murphy Ranch

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► Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge

Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge – Discover the history & allure of the Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge, the world’s largest all-wood trestle, now a cherished hiking destination.

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► Norco Powerhouse

Norco Powerhouse – Discover the history of the Norco Powerhouse, a once-great hydroelectric facility in Riverside, CA, now a revered site for history buffs & urban explorers.

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► Goat Canyon Rail Cars

Goat Canyon Rail Cars – Explore the haunting beauty of Goat Canyon’s abandoned rail cars through our detailed blog, a journey into history and urban exploration.

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Top Abandoned Locations in the USA by State

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