Ruby is a privately owned ghost town in Southern Arizona. For more than 30 years Ruby has been open to the public for tours, but as of June 3, 2024, Ruby is closed to the public.

Site of fortunes made and lost and two famous double homicides, Ruby was once the largest lead and zinc producing mine in the state of Arizona. Our museum houses artifacts from mining …

As a privately owned desert landscape of over 350 acres, Ruby offers a highly specialized, intimate experience for those drawn to its history and mystery. Here's an idea of what you can …

Just a day trip away from Tucson & 4 miles shy of the border of Mexico is a rare opportunity to look back at over a century of Arizona's mining history. From a once-thriving community of …

Anything as rare as Ruby is worth the trip. Please do your part and check the local weather conditions before you make the trek, and make sure we are open. Check our Facebook Page …

At an elevation of 4500 feet, Ruby is a bit closer to the sun than some visitors are used to. The bright days are fabulous year-round, and the best way to enjoy your visit with us is come …

Extend your exploration of Ruby with a stay at one of our campsites. From the sand tailings to views of Town Lake or the historic schoolhouse, a night at Ruby will likely mean unparalleled …

Mountain-top view of the ghost town of Ruby, Arizona, with beach and two lakes showing.

In Ruby, Arizona - Mining, Mayhem, and Murder, we present the histories of both the Ruby mining camp and the Montana mine it supported. We "weave" these "threads" chronologically through …

Once the largest lead-producing mine in Arizona, Ruby ghost town is steeped in 114 years of history. Travel back in time to tour, fish, and camp!