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Swansea Historic Ghost Town, AZ

Bureau of Land Management

Overview

Swansea offers a rare glimpse into the real old west of gold seekers and gamblers. This abandoned mining town is found on the edge of the Swansea Wilderness.

Recreational Activities:

  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • PICNICKING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING

Address:

Lake Havasu Field Office
2610 Sweetwater Avenue
Lake Havasu City,AZ,86406
Phone: (928)505-1200
Email: BLM_AZ_LHFOWeb@blm.gov

Directions:

From Phoenix, travel west on I-10 to the Vicksburg exit. Travel north to Vicksburg, then turn northwest on AZ 72 to Bouse. From Bouse, take Swansea Road north through Midway to the Swansea ghost town.
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