Quiet BLM ghost town on the San Pedro River about ten miles west of Tombstone, with a restored schoolhouse, mercantile ruins, and short interpretive walks. Once a railroad and stage stop serving the silver camps, Fairbank now sits inside the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area.
Field facts
| Region | Cochise County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 31.7228, -110.1862 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Access | Paved AZ-82 parking on the north side of the highway; high-clearance not required |
| Agency | BLM San Pedro Riparian NCA |
| Era | 1880s–1970s railroad / mining supply town |
| Nearby | Tombstone, San Pedro River birding |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- ParkingFairbank Parking Area0.1 km away
- TrailheadFairbank Trailhead0.1 km away
- TrailheadLittle Boquillas Ranch Trailhead0.1 km away
- Visitor centerFairbank Interpretive Site0.2 km away
- Visitor centerPresidio Santa Cruz De Terrenate Interpretive Site3.4 km away
- TrailheadPresidio Santa Cruz De Terrenate Trailhead4 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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