Once known as the ‘Wickedest Town in the West,’ Jerome is now home to around 500 people and boasts a rich history of colorful stories.
Jerome was a booming copper mining town in the late 19th century, producing around 3 million pounds of copper monthly.
Fast forward to the present day, where the mines may be dead, but Jerome was reborn as the largest ghost town in America. Now, abandoned mine shafts and precariously stacked homes characterize its steep, winding streets.
The town embraces the paranormal side of things and the Jerome Grand Hotel, once a hospital, is a focal point of ghostly tales. Apparently, guests have reported unexplained footsteps and whispers in its halls, so only those brave enough should venture in.
The town’s high location provides fantastic views of the Verde Valley below. The rugged terrain and distant horizons offer a sublime view of the town and surrounding area.