Katie F.
Yelp
Seeking something to do out of the house and soak up the sunshine, my grandparents suggested an afternoon in Goldfield Ghost Town.
Located on the outskirts of Mesa, this hidden gem at the base of Superstition Mountain is truly one of a kind. A former thriving mining town, the town offers just about everything. A saloon + restaurant, shops, tours of the various mines and more! There are a handful of attractions too - like a train ride, ziplining, Apache trail tours, ghost tours and gold panning - so there is literally something for every type of tourist! The town is rich in history, is picturesque and has the perfect view of Superstition Mountain, which makes for one hell of a view! wow! Best part - it's free to enter!
We opted to explore the grounds, tour the mining museum, pretend we were in the wild west, partake in a little shopping and ultimately decided on an ice-cold beverage at the saloon to round out the afternoon - which was the perfect way to capture the moment.
The only drawback I will say the grounds aren't paved (primarily gravel) and there is a lot of uneven ground (and directly uphill = pretty steep!), so if you're not quick on your feet, it can be a little dangerous and/or require a little assistance. With that in mind, it's definitely not ideal for those with walkers or in wheelchairs - just FYI.
Overall, what a fun little spot just outside Meza, AZ!