Running right through the middle of Oatman is a stretch of the historic Route 66, the famous road that was the main highway route across the United States from the 1920s through the 1950s.

The boom of 1915–1917 gave Oatman all the characters and characteristics of any gold rush boomtown. For about one decade, the mines of Oatman were among the largest gold …

Step back in time to Oatman, once a booming mining area that's now a ghost town and popular tourist attraction. Here, you can check out the little shops, visit the town’s jail and museum, …

Though Oatman is only a shadow of its former self, it is well worth a visit to this lively “ ghost town ” that provides not only several historic buildings and photograph opportunities but also the …

Nestled between Laughlin, NV, Kingman, AZ, and Needles, CA lies the historic mining town of Oatman, AZ. Situated on a desolate stretch of road, in the middle of the Mohave desert. …

Nov 4, 2025 · Oatman is a small community located in the Black Mountains of Mohave County, Arizona. This historic town sits at an elevation of 2,710 feet and offers visitors a unique blend …

Oatman is a fun place to visit — an authentic old western town with burros roaming the streets and gunfights staged on weekends. When my wife and I visited in January, I was surprised to …

Mar 7, 2025 · Oatman, Arizona, is a popular tourist destination that feels surprisingly lively despite its “ghost town” label. You can be sure to enjoy Wild West fun, replete with wild donkeys, …

Located on historic Route 66, this family-friendly town features gift shops, restaurants, staged gunfights and friendly wild burros.

Experience the Wild West in Oatman, Arizona – explore historic sites, wild burros, gunfight reenactments, and unique attractions along Route 66.