Harshaw
Border Mining
State: Arizona
County: Santa Cruz County
Founded: 1877
Abandoned: 1880s
Peak Population: 2,000
Harshaw was a silver mining town that boomed in the 1870s. Fire destroyed the town in 1881 but mining continued. Today, a gold/silver mine operates nearby. The cemetery with graves of murdered peace officers remains.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Moderate (dirt road)
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Destroyed by 1881 fire
- Mine still operates
- Murdered peace officers
Location
Address: Harshaw, AZ
Coordinates: 31.4667, -110.7