Ghost Town
Imperial County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Southern Pacific railroad siding and supply town (est. 1877) that served the Cargo Muchacho gold camps and the Imperial sand-dune Plank Road era. Buildings are gone; the 1878 cemetery and sparse foundations remain beside County Road S34 north of I-8.
| Region | Imperial County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 32.8170, -114.8388 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1877 railroad town; largely abandoned by mid-20th century |
| Remains | Cemetery (1878) and foundations |
| Nearby | Tumco/Hedges · Cargo Muchacho Mountains · I-8 |
| Access | Paved S34 from I-8 |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.