Wall Street Canyon Overlook

Trail Overview

The Wall Street Canyon Overlook is a rugged, fun drive through the heart of the Calico Mountains. Visit the massive Bismarck Mine, then continue into the narrow Wall Street Canyon. The trip ends at a 100-ft.-high ledge above the canyon's lower end. This area is excellent for green-sticker vehicles, with many miles of legal side roads to explore, plenty of dispersed camping, and nearby fee campgrounds.

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Difficulty

Difficult: Most of this route is easy to moderate, but the last half mile is extremely difficult with large boulders and narrow passages. Most people will have to walk the last portion. Mule Canyon Road, in places, is extremely slippery when wet. Flash floods possible in narrow canyons.

History

This area was one of the richest mining districts in California with over 500 mines. Bismarck Mine was one of the largest. The exposed catacombs at the mine are the result of modern- day strip mining over top of the original mine. To go to work, miners hiked up Wall Street Canyon from Calico and climbed 100-ft. ladders at the overlook.

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