Pearce
Cochise Country
State: Arizona
County: Cochise County
Founded: 1894
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 1,500
Pearce was a gold mining town near the Cochise Stronghold. Gold was discovered by James Pearce while looking for stray horses. About 200 people remain. Part of the ghost town triangle with Courtland and Gleeson.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Cochise Stronghold nearby
- Found by horse hunter
- Ghost town triangle
Location
Address: Pearce, AZ
Coordinates: 31.9167, -109.7833