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Oatman Western Mining Village/Museums & Scenic Route 66 Experience

Oatman Western Mining Village/Museums & Scenic Route 66 Experience

Overview

Oatman is a village in the Black Mountains of Mohave County, Arizona that began as a small mining camp. Two prospectors struck gold here and created one major strike after another until it reached $10 million dollars worth! This find led to Oatman's population growing by more than 3,500 people within just 1 year period - this place has always had something special about it though you would never know if you didn't live there or visit.
The town of Oatman was named after Olive Oatman, a young girl who was captured and enslaved by Indians during her journey westward with her family. She later was traded away in 1856 to the Mohave Tribe, but they tattooed her face like theirs as it was their custom of the time.
Our well-known Tour Guide is locally cultivated; He grew up exploring the wonders of Northwest Arizona from its History, Desert Terrain, and Wildlife. His ancestral roots date back to the 1800s and his family's vintage collections have been featured in the local Museum of History.

City: Kingman

Sun 03 Nov

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Starting at $119.00

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Sun 03 Nov

Starting at $119.00

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What's Included

Mask, Gloves & Hand Sanitizer

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Subject to forehead temperature check prior to departure
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

What To Expect

Historic Route 66 Museum

First stop, Powerhouse Visitors Center/Arizona Route 66 Museum. Thousands of visitors from around the world travel on Route 66 for adventure and education and enjoy the charming and imaginative displays. Modern day explorers will discover a variety of information, including vehicles, photographs, and artifacts gathered over the history of “The Mother Road.”

Cool Springs Station

From the very earliest days, Cool Springs camp and service station was an important stop for motorists traveling Arizona's Route 66. Cool Springs was built in the mid-1920s and has been connected with Route 66 from the very start. The legacy of Cool Springs reflects the larger story of Route 66. The Mother Road gave it life. The hey-day of Route 66 was the hey-day of Cool Springs. Here you'll receive your Route 66 Sidewinder or Cool Springs shirt.

Oatman Ghost Town

As we continue, you'll experience an exciting drive through winding roads in the Black Mountains to arrive at Historic Mining Town of Oatman in time for their "High Noon" shoot out and lunch (Not Included). Spend a fascinating afternoon in antique shops and interacting with roaming burros. Periodic Gunfights in the street will top your adventure so be sure to have your camera!

Sitgreaves Pass

Beautiful scenic views. Sitgreaves’ Pass was first mapped out by Captain Lorenzo Sitgreaves in 1851 while on an expedition to see if the Colorado and other rivers could be navigated by steam boat. From the top of the pass at an elevation of 3,550ft (1,082 m), you can see the across the Black Mountains into California and Nevada to the West and across the scenic switchbacks to the Hualapai Mountains in Arizona to the East.

Route 66

We'll stop at Route 66 Rock Shop. Treasures that are mined from the Black Hills mountain: Fire agate, dinosaur bone rock, and more. We continue up Scenic Historic Route 66 on the section of road named the "Sidewinder". Breathtaking views abound in this section of 66.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (41)

runner24

Sep 2020

I DID NOT TAKE THE BUS. WE DROVE OUR OWN CAR. My son, who has been in Oatman before, insisted I visit as I was going to be in the area. What a surprise. An old wild west town (Think Gunsmoke and Dodge City) with wild Burros roaming the streets, walks, and just about anywhere they want to roam. They love to pose for pictures. I really enjoyed the town and the scenic mountain pass if you elect to go that way. The pass is worth it if you have the time. Enjoy>

Response from Host

Sep 2020

Thank you for the review of Oatman! It is a great little mining town. The old west shoot out at noon is a real treat!

RaynesMark

Mar 2020

I wanted to sing the praises of Bob. He came miles out of his way just for me. The trip loosely followed route 66 with Bob pointing out the original routes and points of interest. First stop was an interesting little museum dedicated to Route 66 and then a stop off also on the route at an old gas station and stop off at Cool Springs. This offered some great views and hey Bob even gives you a free t shirt. Then on winding roads stopping off for some great photo opportunities at one point looking out over three states. Then finally to Oatman Village. This looks like a little film set though is a working town on the route. It has a daily shoot out at noon run by the locals and is known for its many Burros, the descendents of abandoned mining donkeys. One has actually been made the mayor. During my visit they were rather scarce due to the presence of a mountain lion up in the hills. A pleasant stop off with some interesting shops, an old jail and places to eat. Rustically picturesque. Bob seems to know everyone and was an excellent host. Fully recommend him.

Response from Host

Sep 2020

Desert Wonder Tours is pleased to have shared these great memory-building experiences with you. That's what we are all about! Thank you for choosing Desert Wonder Tours!

RaynesMark

Mar 2020

I was impressed with Bob. He came miles out of his way to Vegas just to pick me up and really gives it the personal touch. Because of that you get to make some great photo stops at spectacular points on and near route 66. The main stop offs are an interesting little 66 museum at Kingsman, the at a scenic roadside station at clear springs. Then the winding road high up where at one point you can see three states. Finally Oatman, a preserved but living old western village, that has some great little shops, a tiny jail and mine entrance. They have even named one of the many wild donkies or burros as they are known here, as mayor. The donkies stayed out of town during my visit due to a mountain lion being up in the hills. If you like something more personal than a big bus tour this is for you, relaxed and informal, a good 7ish hour tour. Even got a souvineer t shirt as part of the deal.