![]() This ended with the Spanish eventually retreating from the area for their safety. The Apache Indians at the time were thought to decimate many of the Spanish settlers and army, which were looking for gold. In fact, in 1949, close to the Morman shaft area, a dislodged line unearthed an old mine shaft that is thought to be from the era when the Spanish inhibited the land in the mid 1500’s. Over the years, the claims have been worked on and off since minerals are still being taken out of the ground. ![]() The result of it ended with a section opening up which became known as the Mammoth claim, the most profitable. The first claim was for “Lucky Boy” Iron Horse mine, which eventually lead to the Black Queen claim that ended up producing the most in terms of different minerals for the first 6 months of the year.īy chance, during a storm in April of 1893, the Goldfield wash experienced an extreme flash flood. These mines were named the Mammoth, the Bull Dog, and the Black Queen. Of those 17 mines, only 3 were considered to produce sufficient precious metals. The Goldfield Ghost Town at one point had around 17 different mines present during the towns short success. Want to know more then check of this website for more info on Arizona’s mines. The amount of abandoned mines is unknown and wondering around can easily lead you into a situation you don’t want to be in. Please do not try to go looking to explore any of these abandoned mines. ![]() If prospecting gold is something you want to try then check out the Lynx Creek Gold Pan Day use area near Yavapai Country. Surprisedly, in 2019 alone, there were still 380 mines in the state that were considered to be active. During this year alone, there were 445 active copper, gold, and amethyst mines. ![]() Arizona wasn’t declared a state of the U.S until 1912. Impressively, one of the largest copper mines in the world is the Morenci Mine, located in this state. In fact, the state of Arizona is known for the amount of Copper mines that are present within its borders. This sent people looking for gold and other minerals into the vast wilderness, with some never returning. This was the life for many following the dream of striking it rich with gold. Imagine living in the 1850’s, where if you wanted to make it, you had to work hard for it. ![]()
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