Exploring a little-known coal mining area in California's Bay Area.
Exploring a little-known coal mining area in California's Bay Area.
Join me as I visit the abandoned coal mining town of Nortonville, California. Established in 1855 and lasting a mere 50 years, Nortonville was home to hundreds of miners and their families. By 1885 the mines and the town were gone.
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My name is Patrick. I’m a globe-trotting adventure motorcyclist and runner from Ireland, now living in beautiful Northern California. I ride a KTM 390 Adventure, and it takes me to many interesting places where I go running. Join me as I explore California and beyond on two wheels and my own two feet.
Cool video! I wasn’t aware of these abandoned towns around Mt Diablo. Question: I noticed you parked the motorcycle and hiked along the way. Can’t you ride all the way (or is it blocked for motorized vehicles)?
cool mining tunnel. Theres a abandoned pool on the other side of mt. diablo. good video,
Really great video, I plan on visiting this area soon.
Great video. I ride a 1190 ADV and bicycles in Gold Country.
Nice find!