This review is for the gift shop! We came to the shop on the way out of town as we'd found they…read moresold a local book one of our group wanted. The gentleman up front was very nice as was the woman in the shop. We snagged the last copy -- which was also signed! - then proceeded to pick up some souvenirs. They have a really nice selection of local books, art, crystals, and items like miners tags. I got a really cute little tree made of copper wire and green stones, and a mixed silver and copper ring. Recommend stopping by even if you don't have time for the museum. Its a nice little shop and as a Smithsonian affiliate, there's no tax!

Steve was our tour guide and he was awesome! He spent his whole career working in the mines, so the…read morestories and details he shared really brought everything to life. Honestly, this was the best mine tour we've done in Arizona. You check in about 30 minutes before the tour. There's a little shop to browse, a spot to sit, and a short movie in the back that gives you a great background on the mine and how copper is made. The tour itself is about an hour, all underground. You ride in on a little train that you sit on kind of like a bike, and the temperature stays a cool mid-60s the whole time. They give you a hard hat, light, safety vest, and even a number tag - just like real miners use - so they know nobody gets left behind. Along the way, the train stops a few times so you can get off, check out artifacts, and walk into different areas while Steve tells more stories. When you come back up to the surface, have your sunglasses ready - the sunlight feels unbelievably bright after being underground. It was the highlight of our full day in Bisbee and something you do NOT want to miss.

AZ 01-2024 Bisbee Arizona Copper Mines these are called the Lavendar Pits. Located in Bisbee, when…read moreI first saw thought it was another grand canyon but this was man created and very sad to see. Some people see beauty but I see destruction. To me it was all very sad!

The Lavender Pit is a former open pit copper mine that ran from 1950 to 1974. During that time, 86…read moremillion tons of ore was excavated (600,000 tons of it was copper). Turquoise was also found in this pit and is sold in Bisbee. The pit is 900 feet deep and has a toxic reddish blue water pool at the bottom. The Lavender Pit was named in honor of the general manager of Phelps Dodge Corporation Harrison M. Lavender (1890-1952). Phelps Dodge Corporation are the ones that opened the Lavender Pit in the 50's. You can view the Lavender Pit at a scenic stop on highway 80. It is a quick stop and there is plenty of places to park. There is information about the pit and a WW2 memorial at the scenic stop. For photos, there are a few large holes in the chain link fence that you can take pictures with your camera. It's worth a short visit to see the depths of the Lavender Pit and the colors that make up its steep walls.

We enjoyed a very pleasant visit in Steve's store today, We would just suggest always issuing paper…read morereceipts for any amount over 100.00 .. Thank you again

We booked a wine tour with Kerry (Carrie Carie?), and no exaggeration she was a great tour guide…read more She set expectations up front but was very fluid in helping our larger group have a great time. She took us to 3 wineries, and helped us manage our time there while keeping us on track in terms of her favorites and what she recommended. The experience was super unique and she picked us up from our Airbnb and dropped us off which was about an hour out from wine country. Kerry was so fun to be around, and made seeing these vineyards so much more pleasant!

Super cool place to visit seasonally- especially if you are a birder. Highly recommend coming here…read morein the early winter to witness the magnificent Sandhills cranes on their migration path... apparently some end up in Siberia (how cool is that!!). Websites say to come early morning and in the late evening... however two years in a row I have witnessed the cranes return around 11-1pm to their roosting site and witnessing the hundreds of cranes descent is a marvel. Apart from the Sandhills cranes (in season)- the terrain in the area also allow the opportunity to capture sightings of other wildlife, waterfowl, birds and plants. Wear appropriate shoes if visiting after a rain. The last 2.5 mile drive to the location is on gravel/ some washboard road. Here is the extra extra bonus apart from witnessing beautiful nature... it's free. Plus restrooms available (albeit porta pottty/ pit style).

You have to visit the Sandhill cranes during their journeys to and from migration. It is an…read moreincredible thing to see thousands of birds, and when they take off in groups of V-formations heading out with dozens of V's going into the sky, it is wonderful. Check the time of year to make sure you come during the migration times. This resting wildlife habitat is located in the middle of nowhere with only farmlands surrounding the area. It is close to Sierra Vista, Ft Huachuca and Tombstone. If you are in the area for the migration period, then you have to come and see. Mornings and evenings are the best times because you will be there when they take off, but even if you come while they are on the ground you will be amazed. There are also other migratory birds as well and finding and identifying them is also interesting. This is a rural site coming onto a dirt road with almost no amenities. There is a parking area, with what appears to be a limited dry camp location for birders. Then a couple of hundred feet away is the parking area for day use where you can then walk to the various water sites. You should see the birds as you pull in. There are two pit toilets, bring your own TP and hand sanitizer just in case. No food nearby, bring it in and take out your trash. If you live in Southern AZ it is worth the day trip. Me and wife came on a whim after hearing the birds were still there leaving Tucson around 1pm and we stayed until about 6pm after the cranes took flight. About an 90 minute drive one way depending on where you are in Tucson.

This place is amazing! If you like art at all, this is an absolute must. So many fantastic pieces…read moreand all displayed in such a cool building. Immediately on arrival, the outside has art and color, giving a taste of what's inside. Then you open the door to a cool hallway of art. The layout leads you through the collection. Parking is free and tickets are $10, purchase on site. Plan about 45 minutes to an hour.

We stopped in and rang the bell a couple times and no one answered. The sign said they were…read moreopen...we will try again. We enjoyed the Jeep ride out to their place as it is off the beaten path.

This is a family-run winery near Bisbee that brings back all of the personal touches of winemaking…read more You can see the real labor of love here. During our visit, we were treated to tastings of many different wines - they are not shy in sharing their wonderful product with you - followed by a tour of their small but impressive facilities. The whole experience was warm and welcoming from start to finish. Their riesling is special and worth a try for certain. They also have a delightful pinot noir made with Hungarian oak that creates a subtle vanilla flavor that is so enjoyable. I also have to give props to their respect of health during these unprecedented times. They took temperatures, asked for contact tracing information, and wore masks when appropriate.

We called for reservation because the other park we were gonna stay at couldn't accommodate our 50…read moreamp Class A motorhome. Roy was very responsive and helpful and booked us immediately. We love how big the spaces are and the accommodations that are available. A little ways out of Bisbee but definitely worth it. We will be back. Deer and a Havelina walked through the park in the evening. Very quiet place too.

Absolutely loved the owners and the other campers in the campground. So clean and level lots. We…read morewill be back.

What an exciting baseball team! And they play their games in the historic Warren Ballpark, the…read moreoldest ballpark in the United States. So, if you are bored on Wednesday evenings or have nothing to do on Friday and Saturday, scoot out to the ballpark for great sports entertainment.