Ghost Town

Vulture City Ghost Town

Maricopa County, AZ

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Preserved company town of the Vulture Mine (discovered 1863), one of Arizona’s richest historic gold producers southwest of Wickenburg. More than a dozen original 1800s buildings stand for paid self-guided and guided tours during the cool season; active mine areas remain closed.

Field facts

RegionMaricopa County, AZ
Coordinates33.8172, -112.8325
ARPAArtifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place.
Era1860s–1940s gold camp
PeakVulture Mine district
AccessSeasonal paid tours

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