Jerome & Cottonwood Ghost Tours by Ghost Town Tours

Cottonwood, Arizona, sits at the edge of Verde Valley, a region rich in mining history and rugged desert landscapes that tell stories of the Old West and its mysteries. Ghost Town Tours offers a fascinating entry point into this area’s darker side, blending historical facts with supernatural curiosity on guided ghost hunts and haunted history shuttles. Their tours focus on Jerome and Cottonwood, two towns steeped in haunted lore born from mining tragedies and decades-old tragedies, unfolding through locations like the Original Main St. in Jerome and the Pioneer Cemetery in Cottonwood.

Guests are equipped with tools like EMF meters and spirit boxes, transforming each tour into a hands-on paranormal investigation, led by expert guides deeply knowledgeable about the region’s mine shafts, old buildings, and salty tales of restless spirits. Whether standing on glass platforms overlooking mining shafts or walking through eerily silent cemeteries, the tours balance eerie thrills with genuine history, creating an unparalleled atmosphere after sunset.

Tour guides such as Vicki Cordova-Brandon and Brett bring personality and insight to the experience, sharing local ghost stories alongside historical context. Visitors appreciate how these tours double as history lessons, providing vivid glimpses into the lives and losses that shaped this part of Arizona.

Ghost Town Tours stands out in the outdoor adventure scene by connecting adventure with the unexpected: a shared experience of history, mystery, and community. The Spirits and Wine Shuttle uniquely blends local flavor with folklore, perfect for those intrigued by ghost stories with a social twist.

Offering something beyond the typical desert hike or canyon run, these tours invite visitors to engage with Arizona's haunted past in a way that is as educational as it is thrilling, a must-do for curious travelers drawn to Cottonwood’s rugged charm and restless spirits.