Keepers of the Wild is more than just a wildlife sanctuary—its an immersion in the beauty and majesty of the Southwest. Our park is open Wednesday through Monday from 9 am to 5 pm Arizona time (closed Tuesdays), offering visitors a chance to explore our stunning 175-acre canyon, observe our rescued wildlife and learn about habitat preservation and animal welfare. Come experience a truly unforgettable day out in nature.
In the northwest corner of Arizona, discover a town full of rugged character…and burros.
Nestled in Arizonas rugged and remote wilderness, this tiny towns rich Wild West history comes to life with staged shootouts, wooden sidewalks and a bounty of burros that roam freely. At first glance, the wild burros of Oatman seem to steal the show but dig a bit deeper and youll discover the towns raucous mining history and a vibrant main street that plays host to various events throughout the year.
The world-famous Oatman burros
Oatman is best known for its beloved burros—small donkeys descended from miners beasts of burden. The town is home to more burros than people, and its not unusual to see dozens of donkeys in Oatman wandering the main drag, sticking their heads through the rails along the wood-plank sidewalks, nudging people for treats and otherwise delighting visitors. The burro has become such an integral part of Oatmans identity that the town now plays host to an annual Burro Biscuit Toss, where residents and visitors alike compete to see who can throw a dried-out, gold-painted burro dropping the farthest.
Founded in August 1961 by the Daughters of the Pioneers and operated by the Mohave Pioneers Historical Society, the Mohave Museum of History & Arts was originaly an archive room in the office of the Chamber of Commerce. In 1967, the first building was erected (dedicated in 1968) in the Chamber’s parking lot. Renowned Southwestern artist Roy Purcell was the first director in the new building and he developed many of the displays still in use today, including the Hualapai Indian room and the Mohave History room. Roy Purcell is the same artist who painted the ‘Journey’ rock murals in Chloride, AZ. The Museum expanded in 1979 with additional exhibit space. By 2000 the Chamber offices were relocated and their building was removed to make room for Museum parking. Now history buffs can dig into the museum’s library which was built and opened in 2005. The Museum introduces visitors to the history of Northwestern Arizona. Dioramas & murals illustrate prehistoric times, mining (exhibit added in 2008), ranching (exhibit added in 2010) and history with a local flare. It also includes an Andy Devine exhibit, a local boy turned movie star in the 1930’s known for his funny voice. Outdoor exhibits include murals, mining machinery and a 1923 wooden railroad caboose.
Chloride is Arizonas oldest continually inhabited mining town. About 350 people live here today. While it is not a ghost town, it can feel like it because it is so super quiet. This is definitely NOT Oatman, and we like it that way! Drive around town and look at the old houses, some of them with elaborate rusty metal yard art. The Jim Fritz Museum (owned and managed by the Chloride Historical Society), just east of the park) is open every Saturday from about 11 am to 12 pm or 1 pm. Gunfight reenactments by the High Desert Drifters on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at High Noon. Great photo opportunities. There is a store (Mineshaft Market), a US Post Office, some tiny shops, and two restaurants as well as a park with covered area and playground. Karaoke on Saturday afternoons at Yesterdays Restaurant. The cemetery outside of town is one of the states oldest. Enjoy the quiet atmosphere, the wildlife wandering through town, and the clean air.
Grand Canyon West Rim Skywalk
Eagle Point Rd, Grand Canyon West, AZ 86434
Ignite your spirit at Grand Canyon West with heart-pounding adrenaline rushes you’ve never felt or seen before. Whether you’re stepping out 4,000 feet above the riverbed on Skywalk, zipping across the canyon on a zipline or soaring in a helicopter, riding a pontoon, or conquering the rapids on a whitewater rafting trip on the Colorado River with Hualapai River Runners, Grand Canyon West has the thrill rides you’ve been searching for that will get your pulse pounding. Make your plans to not only walk the sky, ride the rapids and soar through the air, but also to explore Eagle Point and Guano Point and learn more about the culture and traditions of the Hualapai Tribe. And, you can extend your visit to the West Rim by staying at the Cabins at Grand Canyon West or Hualapai Lodge when you are going on whitewater rafting adventures. Make sure to stop by the gift shop to grab mementos of your trip to one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
