Vintage Stock Footage
1938 California
Archival footage of a 1950s mountain expedition, featuring pack mules, hikers, and scenic wilderness landscapes. The grainy, color-tinted film captures the rugged beauty of nature and the spirit of adventure.
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Fort Ross California (1938): Old Camera Footage Of Nearshore With Multiple Waves
Bucks Lake California (1938): Buck Lake Northern California Plumes County Pines
Angora Lakes California (1938): The One And Only Lower Angora Lake in California
California (1938): Man And Horses Carrying Packs In California Mountains With
Oroville California (1938): Sign Reads Feather River Bridge And View Of Map
Bucks Lake California (1938): Dusty Road In Lake Tahoe
Angora Lakes California (1938): View Of Black And White Lower Angora Lake
Oroville California (1938): Car Driving Across Bridge
Oroville California (1938): Mountain Stream And Bridge
California USA (1938): A Man Is Standing Near The Dam,Opening For Agriculture
Fort Ross California (1938): Fort Ross Built By The Russians In 1812 In The Hills
Oroville California (1938): View Of River And Trees On A Bright Sunny Day
Fort Ross California (1938): Life Seen In Black And White In A Rural Area
Bucks Lake California (1938): Water Seen Coming From Out Of A Mountain Side Cliff
Oroville California (1938): The Video Shows A Map Of The Lands In The Region Where
Bucks Lake California (1938): This Big Blue Lake Is Home To May Fish And Wildlife
Bucks Lake California (1938): A Boat Far In The Middle Of The River Is Sailing In
Fort Ross California (1938): We See A Sign That Is High Up Then A Building Both
California (1938): Water Damn In The Mountain Shown From Two Different Angles
Oroville California (1938): View Of Rocks Trees And Flowing River On A Sunny Day
California (1938): Landscape Mountain Trees And Lots Of Vegetation
California USA (1938): Film Recorded Scene Of A Wooded Area With Deer In The
Fort Ross California (1938): Houses Porches Trees Fence Bush Door Windows Chimney
Oroville California (1938): Lovely Capture Of Running Water Between Rocks And
Frequently asked questions
What kind of 1938 California footage is available?
Stockfilm preserves authentic 1938 California home movies — 8mm, Super 8, and 16mm reels restored to 4K. Expect candid daily life, streetscapes, travel, family events, and period-accurate fashion and vehicles, all shot on real film stock from the era.
What format was 1938 California footage shot on?
Most 1930s home movies were captured on 8mm Standard, 16mm, or — by the late 1960s — Super 8 film. We scan original reels at 4K and color-correct each clip while preserving authentic film grain.
Can I license 1938 California stock footage commercially?
Yes. The clips shown on this page are available for royalty-free direct licensing from Stockfilm for film, documentary, advertising, and online use.
Where can I download 1938 California archival footage?
Open a clip from the collection above, choose License Direct, and complete checkout to receive the licensed master download from Stockfilm.