Crown King
This
popular route starts in the desert,
passes old mines and ghost towns
(including Bumble Bee and Cleator), and
ends high in Ponderosa Forest. It offers
plenty of photographic opportunities.
The road follows the old historic train
track, Murphy’s Impossible Railroad,
that connected Prescott to Crown King.
This all dirt road can be traveled by
passenger car. It is steep in areas and
has sharp turns, so don't be in a hurry.
The Crown King Saloon’s walls display an
excellent collection of old railroad and
ghost town photographs while offering
lunch.
The
Mill Restaurant’s main attraction is the
Ten Stamp Mill reclaimed from the
Gladiator mine as well as its good food.
For dessert visit the Crown King store
for their home made fudge. Crown King
has been a popular route for ATVs that
follow other back roads to this
resettled ghost town. As for wildlife,
watch for deer, javelina, and birds of
prey.
Visit Crown King Chamber of
Commerce for more info
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