Oatman is best known for its beloved burros—small donkeys descended from miners' beasts of burden.

The boom of 1915–1917 gave Oatman all the characters and characteristics of any gold rush boomtown. For about one decade, the mines of Oatman were among the largest gold …

Step back in time to Oatman, once a booming mining area that's now a ghost town and popular tourist attraction. Here, you can check out the little shops, visit the town’s jail and museum, …

Jun 11, 2025 · Welcome to Oatman, Arizona – a fun and quirky stop along Route 66 in northwestern Arizona. Not only is Oatman one of the most unique stops on a southwestern …

Step back into the Old West with a visit to Oatman, Arizona, where wild burros roam the streets, historic buildings whisper tales of gold rush days, and every corner offers a glimpse into a …

Located on historic Route 66, this family-friendly town features gift shops, restaurants, staged gunfights and friendly wild burros.

Jul 8, 2025 · Oatman is a small village, an unincorporated community in western Mohave County, on Route 66, northwestern Arizona. A former gold mining town in the Black Mountains.

Nov 4, 2025 · Oatman, Arizona, is a charming little town with a wild west history that draws many visitors. Known for its friendly burros wandering the streets, this quirky spot offers a fun …

Dec 12, 2023 · Plan your visit to Oatman, Arizona, and discover a slice of American history in this quaint and captivating destination on Route 66. Oatman is famous for its resident wild burros, …

Though Oatman is only a shadow of its former self, it is well worth a visit to this lively “ ghost town ” that provides not only several historic buildings and photograph opportunities but also the …