Arizona Ghost Towns and Wild-West Day Trip from Las Vegas 1
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<p>Wild West at its very best!</p>
<p>We saw two shoot outs this day-one n Chloride and one in Oatman-I got to be in one of them...</p>
<p>John at Nelson,Arizona</p>
<p>Me and my husband taking a picture of Hoover Dam.</p>
<p>Laura from Florida dying with style</p>
<p>Lots of movies shot here too-incredible location-thanks fro stopping here Khriss!</p>
<p>This old mining town was a great stop-the Killers and Beyonce have shot album covers here!</p>
<p>Great show guys!</p>
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Arizona Ghost Towns and Wild-West Day Trip from Las Vegas

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Las Vegas, United States
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About this activity

Step back into the American frontier on this 9-hour desert adventure from Las Vegas, visiting three authentic Arizona ghost towns and witnessing a live Wild West shootout performance. Travel through iconic landscapes including the Hoover Dam and Route 66, with hotel pickup, lunch, and expert local commentary included.

Explore three Arizona ghost towns and visit several historic saloons before taking part in a Western cowboy shootout show! Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, bottled water, transportation by air-conditioned mini-bus and professional guide are included.

Our tour departs Sin City for a short drive to the Hoover Dam. This 726’ dam holds back the mighty Colorado River. Behind the Hoover Dam, you find Lake Mead. A beautiful man-made reservoir that is contained within the Black Canyon Walls. Take all the Dam photos you want!

Next, we head to the little mining town of Chloride Arizona. This little community has survived the harsh desert environment since the 1860s. Silver and other minerals were mined here for decades. After the mining boom was over, Chloride nearly became a ghost town itself. Today Chloride is home to about 250 residents who are still very proud of their mining history. Browse the antique shops and chat with the locals before you enjoy your lunch. Admire many artistic sculptures of this joyful artist’s community.

Our next stop takes us for a drive along the iconic Route 66 highway to the small ghost town of Oatman Arizona. The present-day population of this ghost town is 150 people and 1 poltergeist. He goes by the name of “Oatie the Ghost” and is believed to be the poor spirit of William Ray Flour, an Irish miner who died behind the Oatman hotel.

Enjoy views of the Black Mountains that surround this one-time mining tent camp, photograph the tumbleweeds and the wild burros (donkeys) that freely roam through this town. Have your picture taken alongside modern-day cowboys and bandits while posing in front of an authentic Route 66 sign and take part in your very own western shoot out!

Time for a drink in the local saloon before we make our way through the Mojave Desert along the Veterans Memorial Highway to our final Ghost Town- El Dorado Canyon. This 18th mining town is the backdrop for many movies and photo shoots. This road back to Sin City cuts straight through a beautifully empty desert landscape. It is the perfect way to remember the openness of this part of America before returning to the big city lights and the glitz & glamour of Las Vegas.

Highlights:

  • Hoover Dam.
  • Historic Route 66.
  • Chloride Ghost Town.
  • Oatman Ghost Town.
  • El Dorado Canyon.

Highlights

  • ✓Hoover Dam photo stop with views of Lake Mead and Black Canyon
  • ✓Chloride mining town: antique shops, local artists, and 1860s heritage
  • ✓Oatman ghost town drive along historic Route 66 with Black Mountains backdrop
  • ✓Interactive Wild West gunfight show and frontier entertainment
  • ✓Three distinct ghost towns in one day with local storytelling

Insider tips

  • ★Chloride has fewer crowds than Oatman—take time to chat with residents and browse artist studios for unique local crafts
  • ★Bring a good camera for the Hoover Dam; the Black Canyon framing is best in morning light
  • ★Oatman's dirt streets and old saloons are photogenic but dusty; wear sturdy shoes and bring sunscreen
  • ★The shootout show is brief but theatrical—position yourself early for the best viewing angle

Good to know

  • •Air-conditioned mini-bus transport with hotel pickup/drop-off included; confirm pickup location when booking
  • •Lunch provided during the tour; bottled water available throughout the day
  • •Tour is mostly walking through town centers and viewing; minimal strenuous activity but desert heat is intense
  • •Expect 2–3 hours of driving total; some time at each ghost town is relatively short (allow browsing rather than deep exploration)
  • •Best to wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen for the Arizona desert

Who it's for

History enthusiasts and Wild West fansFamilies seeking a full-day Las Vegas side trip with entertainmentPhotography enthusiasts interested in desert landscapes and historic sitesFirst-time visitors to Nevada/Arizona wanting iconic Americana experiences

Best time to visit

Visit October to April when desert temperatures are moderate (60–75°F); avoid peak summer heat (May–September). Morning departure captures the best light at Hoover Dam and cooler temperatures in the ghost towns.

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