172 Ghost Town of Bodie in California

Update: 2025-08-27

Description

172 Bodie Ghost Town

Is the Ghost Town of Bodie, CA Haunted?

Bodie, California was once a booming gold rush town, now a frozen relic in “arrested decay.” But is it just an empty historic site or one of the most haunted places in the West? In this episode, Ghostly explores the legends and paranormal evidence surrounding Bodie Ghost Town. From the infamous Bodie Curse, where stolen pebbles bring misfortune, to the ghostly maid of the Cain House, to the laughter of unseen children, the town is filled with chilling tales. We’ll also visit the grave of the Angel of Bodie and uncover stories of vengeance that linger long after death. Is Bodie truly cursed and haunted, or is it simply a ghost town in name only? Listen and decide!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

The history of Bodie and its “arrested decay” preservation

The Bodie Curse: real letters of apology from visitors who returned stolen items

Hauntings at the J.S. Cain House, including the ghostly maid who loves children but torments adults

The Mendocini House and its mysterious aromas of Italian cooking and phantom laughter

The Angel of Bodie: the tragic story of Evelyn Myers and reports of her playful spirit

Tales of violence, vengeance, and restless spirits in Bodie’s final days

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Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers

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