Oatman is a living Route 66 mining town in the Black Mountains of Mohave County, Arizona. Gold booms of the 1910s left false-front streets that now host shops, staged gunfights, and free-roaming burros descended from pack animals. Paved access from Kingman or Laughlin; expect crowds on weekends and keep food away from the burros.
Field facts
| Region | Mohave County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.0260, -114.3830 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1910s |
| Access | Paved Historic Route 66 |
| Animals | Free-roaming burros |
| Tourism | Active |
| Peak Pop. | 3500+ (1916) |
| Fee | Free |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- TrailheadMohave Milltown Th East Nm6.3 km away
- TrailheadMohave Milltown Th East M6.8 km away
- Visitor centerHistoric Route 66 Back Country Byway - North Kiosk7.5 km away
- Rec areaMount Nutt Wilderness9.1 km away
- TrailheadMt. Nutt Access - Twin Spring12.5 km away
- TrailheadMt. Nutt Access - Cave Spring15.5 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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