I recently watched the 2011award winning independent documentary film "Darwin". I was fascinated at…read morehow this post office is a gathering place for those living in this very isolated and unique little town of just 35 people located in Death Valley, California. I would highly recommend this film if you want to learn more about this post office, the town of Darwin, and of its' residents.

I drove through this town, and past the Post Office and fell in love. The yard art was one thing,…read moreand it's something that I love to look at, but just the overall feel of the place was great. Then we noticed a black car following us as we headed out the backroads towards the falls. We decided to turn around, and the car passes us and turns around. We drive out the front way, and stop ear the mines and the car stops about 1/4 of a mile behind us. So we get back in the Jeep and drive further out and pull to the side of the road. The black car darts past us, and stops hard and turns around and zooms back. We hauled ass and in the rear-view we saw the car turn around again. We were heading down Darwin Rd., in a raised Jeep, at about 95mph (no joke). So, if you guys do decide to visit this place, please be respectful of the people who live here and respect the barriers of road and yard- we didn't, we decided to check out someone's yard art, and it apparently pissed someone off hardcore. Long Live Darwin.

How cool is this place... a little "ghost town" which is really just some broken down buildings but…read morethe history and the feel is awesome. Great little store which is really just for looking at the oddities and pictures of a time gone by. Store also acts as the "check in" spot for the camp ground which only asks for a $5 donation. Lots of wild burros about, along with many parts and pieces of whatever machinery was utilized in this area. The truck is said to have belonged to Charles Manson, which of course adds a level of curiosity and imagination. Close by was the location of Barker Ranch, Masons compound where they were hiding in 69' and where they were eventually caught. Since then there were attempt to locate some of the Helter Skelter victims but I don't believe any were. The house has since burned and the area flooded. You can still gain access however even the road to Ballarat is difficult after the rains already this year and the road from there up is 4wd only. It definitely sparks the imagination. Now it's just a destination I think most people stop at on the way elsewhere. Mostly 4wheelers I think. I couldn't bring myself to camp there tho, just a little too creepy but it is a site to see knowing who what when and where. . Another must see if going to DV and entering from the west side.

IT'S SHIT. There's one structure that's cool. You can see it…read morefrom your car. It's takes 30 seconds. And then there's one piece of a wall that is being held up with a couple of planks. And then there's another smaller section of wall that's not being help up by anything and looks like it's going to fall over on the next windy day. You just saw the whole "ghost town". Everything else there is a half assed rusty tractor part, a gear they probably found at a yard sale, the grill and bumper from a model T, and a "country store" that looks like any other roadside/hole-in-the-wall/going out of business because they have nothing worth buying or looking at, kind of shop. I'd drive hours for a real ghost town. But this place isn't worth the 15 minute drive down the dirt road. There are more broken down trailers on the property than ghost town structures.

Out in the middle of nowhere, I found a gem! The Shoshone postmaster, Colleen, makes your day…read morebright with her excellent service and fun chat.

The office is very friendly and clean. Making and meeting all your postal needs easy and with…read moresmiles .

The staff was so kind in helping me mail my cards and packages…read more I was asked what kind of cards because she would put birthday or whatever on them. Small town charm, made me miss home for a hot second.

I've lived in Lone Pine for years now, so I frequent this post office daily for my mail. Veronica…read moreand Jeff are awesome and very knowledgeable on my very common international shipping which is great.

The customer service was one of the best I've ever gotten. We went to get passports my kids,…read morehusband, and I , which was not an easy task for our first time. But the ladies were so very kind, helpful and so patient they definitely deserve a raise!!

The service is top notch and the staff is always Respectable and Play only issue I did have. Was…read morethat I set my keys down and some old lady in a white car and 2 white dogs. Grab my keys and ran outside and threw me in the mailbox for no reason at all.

Kathy on Kellogg is great going to hate when she retires - she's always so helpful and always has a…read moresmile even when someone is being difficult

Cindy was THE BEST!! What a nice hidden little gem that offers the same services as other USPS…read morelocations in busier metros. We were in and out in less than 30 minutes to get our passport applications processed. Once you're done, head on over to Terrible's across the street for some cool alien and Area 51 memorabilia. The restrooms in Terrible's are soooo cool too!

Applying for my passport doesn't have to be an overwhelming experience…read more After a few challenges online, I walked into a location. Downtown To get the form's needed, while there I made an appt for the Indian Springs location! Prep Original Birtcert and ID card. I showed up to my appointment and Janice assisted me and explained the process and fees and made for a great day. She even thanked me for being organized and provided me with the forms needed to get my Children their passport. Thank you

awful. they keep labeling my packages as delivered, yet i have zero clue where they are. hire…read morepeople who know how to read a map dude.

They keep miss labeling my house as vacant and keep my mail. They win. I am removing my mail box…read moreand making other arrangments.