Burson
400th Ghost Town!
State: California
County: Calaveras County
Founded: 1855
Abandoned: 1900s
Peak Population: 200
Burson was a Gold Rush era supply stop and stage station in the Mother Lode. It marks our 400th ghost town in the collection!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 minutes
Quick Facts
- Gold Rush supply stop
- Mother Lode region
- Milestone 400th town!
Location
Address: Near Valley Springs, California
Coordinates: 38.1744, -120.7519