Clifton, the Greenlee County Seat, is a blend of historical homes and modern residences perched within the canyon of the meandering San Francisco River. Due to this geography, Clifton is laid out in a linear fashion and has three distinct neighborhoods — South Clifton, East Clifton, and Chase Creek. (NorthContinue Reading

that the Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado and the Conquistadors likely followed the Gila and San Francisco Rivers through the Clifton area in his search for the Seven Cities of Cibola? that the Apache Chief Geronimo was born in the vicinity of Clifton, AZ (near the confluence of EagleContinue Reading

The Famous Artists of Greenlee County Hart Haller “Hal” Empie grew-up in the Arizona Territory. He began his livelihood as a pharmacist, purchasing the Duncan Drug Store in 1937. He eventually renamed the store Art Gallery Drug. It remained in operation until 1986. Empie Kartoon-Kards are one of the firstContinue Reading

Dining Restaurants in Greenlee County are generally family-owned enterprises and most fall under the category of “Diners”. These homey establishments are friendly and you will find their menus list Mexican and American fare. Here you will find some the tastiest Mexican food dishes anywhere. But if that’s not your thing,Continue Reading

Attractions Historical Tour of Duncan Also see: Southern Arizona Guide Historical Chase Creek Walking Tour  Pick up a walking tour pamphlet at the Greenlee County Historical Museum, or for an online version go to:  Come to Clifton Clifton Historical Museum Also see: Come to Clifton Clifton Union Hall and Strike Mural Continue Reading

Crops & Cattle.  While Clifton-Morenci mining activities were on the rise, the Gila Valley drew homesteaders and new ranches the late 1870’s. The towns of Richmond and Purdy, now Virden and Duncan, were established alongside the banks of the Gila River.  1884 saw the beginning of the XXX Ranch alongsideContinue Reading

Wild West Legends.  Mountain men, like James Pattie, ventured up our rivers and creeks in 1825. They were looking for “soft gold” in the form of beaver pelts. Geronimo, born in 1829 “where the three rivers meet” tells his own tales of the county. Insisting he was born in Arizona,Continue Reading

Whether you are a touring cyclist or a mountain biker, our roads and trails will supply new challenges! Tour Biking A major tour bike route through Greenlee County is the Adventure Cycling Association’s Southern Tier (Section 2) Route. This segment is all on US Highway 70 (The Old West Highway)Continue Reading

From RV Parks to Forest Service campgrounds to primitive camping, Greenlee County has it all! See camping options here!Continue Reading