The Atlas Obscura Guide To Modesto

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Modesto, California

Updated November 2, 2019

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Unusual Attractions in Modesto

Modesto, California

McHenry Mansion

An expansive and intricately restored mansion remains from over a century ago--and so do its ghosts.

Front steps.

Modesto, California

McHenry Museum

Inside this library turned museum, the history of Modesto and Stanislaus County is on full display.

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Upstream view of Knights Ferry Covered Bridge.

Knights Ferry, California

Knights Ferry Covered Bridge

The longest covered bridge west of the Mississippi River.

22 miles from Modesto

The temple.

Stockton, California

Wat Dhammararam

Giant jewel-toned statues fill the grounds of this Cambodian Buddhist temple in California.

23 miles from Modesto

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