Stanton, Arizona

Flagship Camp • Restored 1870s Ghost Town & Gold Prospecting Haven

Years of LDMA History

120

Patented Acres

197

RV & Dry Sites

Sept–May

Open Season

Overview

LDMA's most popular destination on 120 patented acres. Once the hideout of outlaw Charlie Stanton, this historic site has been lovingly restored into one of America's best-preserved ghost towns. Owned by LDMA (Lost Dutchman's Mining Association). Exclusive access to gold-bearing claims, seasonal camping (September–May), and a true sense of mining history.

One of LDMA's original camps — a cornerstone of our 50-year legacy of gold, discovery, and adventure.

Then — 1870s

Outlaw hideout in the shadow of Rich Hill. A dusty stop for miners, bandits, and dreamers chasing gold in the Arizona desert.

Now — LDMA Era

A thriving LDMA camp with full hookups, museum, clubhouse, and exclusive gold-bearing claims — one of America's best-preserved ghost towns.

Amenities

132 full-hookup RV sites (30/50 amp electric, water, sewer)
65 dry camping sites
Museum with mining artifacts
Clubhouse & card room
Horseshoe pits & recreation areas
Laundry facilities
Showers & restrooms
Dump station
Caretaker on-site

Gold Prospecting

Rich placer gold in the area. Members find nuggets and fines on nearby LDMA claims — primarily metal detecting and dry washing, with mostly dry terrain.

Open September through May. Closed in summer due to desert heat.