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Cambria, California: Nitt Witt Ridge

Captain Nitt Witt, aka Art Beal, built and lived in this ramshackle folk art environment. Has its own historical marker.

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Nitt Witt Ridge

Randomly stopped by, sign said "next tour 4:00," it was 3:45...so I took the tour. Totally worth it; guide asks for $10 donation at the end "If you like it" :)

[Mike, 04/08/2013]
Nitt Witt Ridge

Worth it. 10 bucks for a 40 minute tour.

[Slipperyfish, 01/06/2012]
Nitt Witt Ridge

Closed with chain link fences surrounding entire property. Worth a drive by.

[LCH, 04/01/2011]

Nitt Witt Ridge

Address:
881 Hillcrest Drive, Cambria, CA
Directions:
Highway 1 to Cambria Drive. Left onto Main Street. A sign on Main Street directs you the rest of the way. Private property; visible from the street.
Hours:
Tours by appt only. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
805-927-2690
Admission:
Donation $10.
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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In the region:
Shandon Chapel, Shandon, CA - 40 mi.

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