Calico Ghost Town is a historic ghost town and former silver mining community located in the Calico…read moreMountains of California's Mojave Desert. Founded in 1881 during the silver mining boom, the town prospered for over a decade before declining when silver prices collapsed. By 1907, most residents had left, and Calico was eventually restored and transformed into the county-operated attraction known today as Calico Ghost Town.   Situated just off Interstate 15, about 3 miles from both Barstow and Yermo, Calico has become a popular stop for travelers exploring Southern California or driving between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. We visited in February 2026 during our trip to Las Vegas and were impressed by the dramatic desert scenery, unique rock formations, and panoramic views from the surrounding hills.   Today, visitors from around the world come to experience the atmosphere of an authentic Old West mining town. The park offers a variety of amenities, including RV and group camping, cabins and bunkhouses, mountain biking trails, off-road vehicle areas, shops, and restaurants. Throughout the year, Calico hosts several special events such as Civil War reenactments, the Spring Festival with Americana music, Calico Days celebrations featuring burro races and mining-themed activities, and the popular Halloween Ghost Haunt in October.   Only minutes from Interstate 15 and a short drive north of Barstow, Calico Ghost Town makes an enjoyable roadside stop for food, shopping, sightseeing, and a glimpse into California's mining history. However, I would recommend visiting Calico Ghost Town during the spring or winter months rather than in the summer, when desert temperatures can become extremely hot and less comfortable for exploring the outdoor attractions and surrounding hills.

Whats happened to this place ? I am sad to say that Calico…read morehas seen better days. Ive been going here since the 1980s. I miss what it felt like, even 15ish years ago. Yes its an OLD run down ghost town but it truely feels OLD and run down now. Trash everywhere. Spiderwebs and dust everywhere. Its not the Calico look, its literally no one cleaning around here. It looks so unclean everywhere we went. Also...I dont feel many workers are in Character anymore. I miss that. If they are even dressed up they are just sitting around on their phones or talking to each ither. Zero interaction. Zero immersion... just so disappointed. We keep coming back but its just getting worse.

Was so excited to bring my dog here for the first time on a Sunday morning, only to discover both…read moreparks were locked! There's a sign saying cleaning/maintenance is done on Wednesday mornings, so I'm not sure why they're locked at this time.. disappointing!!!

I love this park:) Everyone is usually so friendly, & my puppy loves coming here! Aside from the…read moredog park, he loves walking around the hills by the park!

The dog park had their official opening a couple months ago and finally put a sign on each side…read morethat tells ya which side is for the small or big dog. Unlike our first experience here with the puppers, there weren't any guard dogs to check and see if your dog has a "sticker" to verify if your dogs vaccinations are up to date. Each side has a water fountain for the pups, a doggie bag station to clean up your pups business and a trash can. Along with a round table and a bench. Most of the dogs we've seen at the park are pretty friendly as well as the owners. The only gripe I have is the pet owners that leave their cig butts on the ground...the trash can is NOT that far away...not to mention it's next to the exit door.

Having a dog park like this in the desert is a blessing! There are wonderful trees for shade and…read morepotty bags right at the entrance. The people that go here are all so friendly and pretty good at watching over their dogs. A lot of people have also left their dog toys here for all to share (really, how great is that!) so if you forgot your ball at home you don't have to go back for it! AND the dog park has dog water fountain bowls too! There are occasional pipe leaks that cause big mud puddles that the dogs are inevitably going to end up in - but the amount of energy the dogs burn off while playing and their HUGE smiles make it so worth it.

There's lots of parking. There's two playgrounds: one for toddlers and one for older kids. There's…read moretwo baby swings, two kinds of swings I've never seen before elsewhere, and two regular swings. The swings were pretty high up. I'm only four foot nine so I couldn't lift my kids into the first 4 swings. The park has nice little details like a roundabout, a xylophone and rock climbing. There's a lot of benches and tables for the parents to watch their kids nearby. One thing I will say, the park is super popular and it was very packed. All the kids we encountered were so sweet and kind towards each other. It was really nice seeing everyone get along and playing together. There's an office, a baseball field and bathrooms. There's also an indoor pool but it was currently closed. Very nice park.

Great dog park overall! The water fountains work well and there's plenty of space for both big and…read moresmall dogs. A few toy balls and a nice water bowl were available, which was a nice touch. Tip: bring your own poo bags -- the park service didn't have any stocked, and unfortunately a few owners didn't clean up after their dogs. Still, if everyone does their part, it's a great place to let the pups run and play.

This is s very nice park. It's in a residential area so it's very secluded and there's plenty of…read moreparking. It was really packed when I went (Monday at 3pm) but there's a lot of things to do. There's a big sand pit, two playgrounds, maybe 5 slides. 6 swings. There's a lot of picnic tables as well. There's a sidewalk for you to ride your bike or scooter on. Overall it was a really nice spot. My only suggestion is to bring some toys to play with.

This is a clean, fun and well-maintained park just off Escondido. There are two big play…read morestructures: one for little guys and one for big guys. There's also a huge sand pit, a climbing structure for really young kids, six swings, a big field to play soccer or football (or whatever, really) and even public restrooms. The one downside is that the water fountains weren't working when we visited. Other than that, this park is great.

My puppy LOVES it here! She comes in regularly and it is so nice to know that she is somewhere safe…read moreand having fun. The staff here truly cares about her and I know she is adored. The groomer is also amazing! I have a small puppy who can be nervous and the groomer has really taken lots of care and effort to get my puppy comfortable! Not to mention the haircuts have looked amazing! The staff is always so helpful and friendly. They always send me updates and pictures when I ask! The price is also fair and the hours are amazing.

I went back and forth about writing this because I really liked West LA Dogs for a long time. To be…read morefair, I even waited months and tried another daycare before posting this, and since leaving in September 2025, my dog has been going to Wags Club regularly with zero behavioral issues. Before that, my dog was a regular here for about a year and a half, daycare twice a week and boarding 4-6 times a year. Toward the end, we started getting messages about her being "too excited," nipping, or snapping. What was confusing is that these incidents were very spaced out, especially given how often she was there, and didn't seem consistent or escalating. We were then told they may need to "reconsider her social status," meaning she'd be removed from group play and placed in separated daycare for an extra fee. Based on how sporadic the feedback had been, it felt like a sudden shift and left me feeling like she was being singled out toward the end. I did ask if someone from management could reach out to talk it through, but never received a follow up, which was disappointing. It's also disappointing because we had many positive experiences, but based on the contrast, I do think environment or handling may play a role. I'd recommend asking detailed questions if any concerns come up.

senior meals are good for seniors, but on the website, it says if you are under 60 years old, the…read moresuggested donation is $7.50 If you bring someone under 60 she tells you the website is wrong, that it HAS to be $7.50 and it has to be handed directly to her.

I used to love Hesperia Park and Rec and my daughter always enjoyed the activities during the…read moreSummer and the sports. However, this year my opinion has changed. I have complained several times to the coach about a child on the sports team that doesn't know the meaning of team spirit before complaining in the office. It seemed to do some good as the child was not as vocal or rude in her displeasure of other players ON HER OWN TEAM TO THEIR FACE or running all over the volleyball field to take every shot like no-one else could play....running into, knocking down, and hitting other players on her own team in her zeal to get to the ball and be the star. (I GUESS WE NO LONGER TEACH THAT THERE IS NO I IN TEAM?) They say they talked to her but could not sit her down because she paid for the sport. Well so did everyone else who was not being let to play because this one girl wants to be a star. While others on the team had to hear those remarks aimed at them making them feel bad when they missed the ball. She doesn't run all over the place taking the shots anymore which is nice, and everyone gets a chance to try--which is what they paid for-- BUT Her remarks have not stopped. They are not as loud now, after my complaint, but they have not stopped. They have just been made quieter and that does not make them ok. AND I am tired of the comments like "What was that? " when my daughter misses the ball!! ALL I CAN SAY IS WHAT KIND OF ATTITUDE AND WHAT A MOUTH FOR A CHILD??!! AND WHY DOES THE COACH STAY SILENT? I expect the coach to do the right thing. In my book just allowing one child to run their mouth to others undermines the experience for every other player on the team and that is not right. The parents and children are customers who paid for a service-not abuse, right? I pay for my daughter to have a good time and enjoy being around others, not be made to feel self conscious. Honestly, at a time when kids are going through so much emotional stuff, and we all know it, I would have thought they would have taken this more seriously and handled this better. It's their job. Instead, my daughter, and everyone else on the team, gets to watch and learn bad sportsmanship and a bad attitude is acceptable while also feeling self conscious every time that player wants to say something. Thats not a lesson I want my child to learn. AND not one I am going to pay for. Sports is supposed to give them a chance to have a good time, learn lessons of teamwork and good sportsmanship, and build self-confidence. This season was doing the exact opposite of all of those things, and nothing was resolved by complaining. So I won't be going here anymore for the Summer or Sports and will definitely not be recommending it to anyone I know. Every child who pays to be on the team should be treated with respect and consideration. We all want them to win, but I think there are things that are more important than winning. Every person on the team should have to respect the others and their right to play and be treated right.

My dog's second home. The best! We love taking her to school!! Attentive staff, great facility,…read moreresponsive staff

My Phoebe loves this place! Mark, Liz, Melinda, and all of these wonderful dog loving folks make my…read morepup so happy to show up every time... and of course, all the great dogs that my girl looks forward to. Thank you, South Park Doggieland!

The proposed indoor waterpark which would be open all year long would feature a midsize, mid-deep…read morelazy river around the inside perimeter. At its center, a tall, swirly open waterslide for both kids and adults. A children's splash play area in the back right with two smaller open waterslides. A hot tub with jets on the right. A large "Shallow Burble Pool" at the front, where toddlers, elders, and everyone in between can soak their feet or unwind (as in mall fountains). Petition here: https://chng.it/zm7nrHqzJg

Hesperia Community Food Truck Event - Great family friendly event at a beautiful park behind the…read moreLibrary. What a great way to spend Father's Day! Many delicious food truck options. Great customer service from all!