Ghost Town
Maricopa County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
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.
| Region | Maricopa County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 33.8172, -112.8325 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1860s–1940s gold camp |
| Peak | Vulture Mine district |
| Access | Seasonal paid tours |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.