Day Pass to Explore the Lost Mining City of Chrysotile
We will be in the Tonto National Forest. Expect to see beautiful desert scenery including, Unique plants, cactus, and wildflowers that are native to the Sonoran Desert. Beautiful views of Ash Creek Canyon and the unique trees that grow next to it. There is always a chance to see wild animals such as cows, javelinas, snakes, lizards, and birds. You will experience the Adventure of exploring abandoned mining facilities, hiking, swimming, and canyon views. These places are wild and rarely traveled. Be one of the first people to see, according to the Fish and Wildlife, one of the most pristine locations in Arizona.
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Day Pass to Explore the Lost Mining City of Chrysotile
What's included in Day Pass to Explore the Lost Mining City of Chrysotile
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tonto National Forest
Chrysotile is located in Tonto National Forest. It's a privately owned, abandoned mining city located in some of the most pristine areas of the national forest. The gates will open at 9:00 and shortly after opening a short tour of some of the attractions is available. We will stop at several abandoned buildings including: the jailhouse, schoolhouse, the machine shop, and the minor barracks. Other abandoned buildings include: the farmhouse, manager's house and the mess hall. Guests will also receive a map of the area that includes all the best places to see and spend time exploring. The mining city of Chrysotile is privately owned and hasn't been open to the public since 1945.
Tonto National Forest
After the 9 am tour and receiving the map of attractions, the guest is free to explore and create their own adventure. Some of the areas that can be visited include Swimming holes, waterfalls, mine entrances, Ash Creek, Mermaid Lagoon, and Moon Canyon. To visit a swimming hole with a waterfall, guest will hike down to the creek bottom. Th path that will be taken is the same trail that the mining burrows followed when carrying ore out of the canyon to Globe, AZ. Once guests arrive at the canyon bottom, there will be a swimming hole with a waterfall. Enjoy swimming and playing in the waterfall as well as hiking the canyon floor. Several swimming holes can be found along the canyon floor as well as unique rock formations and beautiful canyon walls. This is an amazing location to take photos, look for rocks, and even have a picnic.
Tonto National Forest
Another option for guest to fill their day of exploring would be to follow Ash Creek on a short hike. The hike will take guests over boulders, fallen trees, and logs. Guests will wind along side of the creek, even passing the creek or walking in the creek in some areas. After the short hike, you will come to Mermaid Lagoon. This is a beautiful swimming hole with deep cool water. This is a fun place to find crayfish, play in the creek, and enjoy the cool water.
Inclusions
- Purchase 1 Adult ticket and get a CAR LOAD of guests free
- No additional costs other than entrance fee of $100 per car of guests
- Exploring Mines, Hiking, Camping, Swimming, Photography
- 24 Hour access to the lost mining city of Chrysotile, Arizona
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Tonto National Forest
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Ticket Redemption
Chrysotile, AZ is found on google maps. Its off US Highway 60 at mile marker 283. You will follow the forest road straight, down towards the mining city. You will be greeted by a tour guide at a cable gate. The cable gate will be unlocked, and you can continue your descent into Ash Creek Canyon.
