Bronson Canyon – The Batcave and More

February 6, 2018, 1 Comment

Over the years on the blog, I have made my love of two particular TV shows, Batman and The Adventures of Brisco County Jr., very apparent, whether through cosplay, cons, museum visits, or filming locations. One thing these two shows have in common is the use of the Bronson Canyon and Caves as a filming…

The Weird and Hidden Figures of Old Trapper’s Lodge

July 31, 2017, 7 Comments

Los Places Update: Old Trapper’s Lodge has been recategorized as a Lost Place. Why? Following the outbreak of COVID-19, Old Trapper’s Lodge began to have restricted access. In October of 2021 the Pierce Collage Round Up published an article saying the removal of Old Trapper’s Lodge was in progress. In March of 2022, some of…

Petersen Automotive Museum

June 6, 2017, 3 Comments

Over the weekend Patrick and I went to the Petersen Automotive Museum. Some of you might remember that Patrick and I visited in spring last year, but only for the unveiling of the Back to the Future DeLorean, and were unable to explore the rest of the museum. So it was nice to return and see…

Valley Relics

March 8, 2017, 1 Comment

2020 Update: This post features photos from Valley Relics Museum’s older location. For a more updated look at their museum, please see this post. After visiting Corriganville, Patrick and I headed to Valley Relics Museum. Valley Relics is a museum dedicated to preserving the history of the San Fernando Valley, with a wide array of…

The Abandoned Movie Ranch of Corriganville

March 6, 2017, 7 Comments

Over the weekend Patrick and I visited Corriganville Park, the former location of Corriganville, a western backlot and amusement park of sorts from 1949 to 1965. Corriganville was built by movie and TV actor Ray Bernard, but better known as Crash Corrigan. After going on a hunting trip in Simi Valley with fellow actor, Clark…

Welcome to Westworld

January 16, 2017, 2 Comments

Lost Places Update: Paramount Ranch been recategorized as a Lost Place. On Friday, November 9th, 2018, Paramount Ranch fell victim to the Woolsey Fire that tore through the Malibu, Thousand Oaks and Agora Hills areas. Paramount Ranch was reduced to cinders with only the train depot from Dr. Quinn: Medicine Woman and church built for…

The Hidden Tiki Bar Inspired by a Long Lost Tropical Paradise

November 13, 2016, 2 Comments

April 2026 Update: After years of ups and downs and intermittent closures, Clifton’s has new owners. I hope that the change will result in more regular hours. After much anticipation, Clifton’s (which I have blogged about on several previous occasions, including its grand re-opening, Thanksgiving, and the first Fur & Feathers in LA) finally opened…

Bob Baker Marionette Theater

July 27, 2016, 5 Comments

Just a few hours after arriving home from San Diego Comic Con, Patrick and I were off to LA to attend Charles Phoenix‘s show at the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, a rare, if not slightly bizarre, gem in Los Angeles. I had heard about this theatre from Charles on a few occasions, but the show…

Thanksgiving at Clifton’s

November 27, 2015, 19 Comments

April 2026 Update: After years of ups and downs and intermittent closures, Clifton’s has new owners. I hope that the change will result in more regular hours. When Patrick and I heard that Clifton’s was doing a special Thanksgiving meal we instantly decided that is what we were going to do for the holiday. I’m…

Clifton’s Cafeteria At Last

September 22, 2015, 11 Comments

April 2026 Update: After years of ups and downs and intermittent closures, Clifton’s has new owners. I hope that the change will result in more regular hours. When I think about iconic old Los Angeles, a few places immediately spring to mind. The Bradbury Building, LA City Hall, Angels Flight, Griffith Observatory, and Clifton’s Cafeteria.…

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unique places to visit in Los Angeles

Bronson Canyon – The Batcave and More

The Weird and Hidden Figures of Old Trapper’s Lodge

Petersen Automotive Museum

Valley Relics

The Abandoned Movie Ranch of Corriganville

Welcome to Westworld

The Hidden Tiki Bar Inspired by a Long Lost Tropical Paradise

Bob Baker Marionette Theater

Thanksgiving at Clifton’s

Clifton’s Cafeteria At Last