I found what I needed... and bumped into a friend from Maui…read moreworking there... made that stop wonderful!!

I came here while I was camping in Quartzite for two nights. I need one gallon Ziplocks and…read moretoothpaste. Walking inside I found what I needed. I spent a few minutes walking around. This place has prepared sandwiches, beer, vegetables and fresh meat. The chicken and meat prices were not bad. The store was clean and organized well. Next year when I come back to Quartzite I might buy some sandwiches and chicken to bbq back at camp.

Oh that large taxidermy grizzly bear was pretty big and scary. I would hate to bump into that…read morecreature. They have the world's largest turquoise belt and squash blossom necklace there. They had key chains, jewelry, fabrics, arrows and much more. Staff were nice and helpful. Free shared parking outside.

On a work trip to Quartzite, I had a day off to go adventure and see what cool things I could find…read more A lovely local pointed me in the direction of the Main Street, since I was looking for some cool crystals or even some native jewelry. I found Main Trading Post, attached to Outback Pizza, I was instantly intrigued by the enormous "Worlds Largest Belt Buckle" hanging out front, along with some cool wood carvings, and a bear in the window with an amazing crystal necklace hanging from its neck. I think I may have found what I'm looking for! Upon entering, I was greeted by Jim. He was super helpful and answered any questions I had while there. I was able to take my time and take in all the different and unique items on offer. From native jewelry, bows and arrows, knives, crystal jewelry galore, moccasins, beaded animals, lots of beautiful items and great selection for gifting! In the glass cases there were many items that were real silver, and each had a sign stating they were 50% off their sticker price. I ended up getting several rings, a beautiful beaded hummingbird to hang in my car, and some cute little Knick knacks for my toddlers, really happy I stopped in this store! I will definitely be back when I pass through Quartzite again. Main Trading Post is definitely worth a visit if you want a good deal, and a unique piece for yourself or a loved one.

This was such a cool souvenir shop! They had so many amazing things I could have been looking for…read morehours but we were just passing by so I had to rush my experience. I called to make sure they had postcards because I've had a hard time find them. Sure enough they had plenty here. They also have lots of Route 66 theme stuff including drinks and snacks.

Regardless if you're in Quartzsite for the large gem and mineral shows or if you're just passing…read morethrough the 10 to Phoenix, you gotta stop by this small store.. We were here for the Tyson Wells Gem Show and Swap Meet but we found this store right off the main drag. It's a small gift shop full of Quartzsite souvenirs and it's also a very nice game shop for all those snowbirds from Canada. If you're looking for every expansion set made for Catan and Ticket to Ride then this is your place. - Family-Friendly! Probably the best part about visiting this shop were the friendly and courteous owners. - They also have a nice selection of gourmet and hard to find bottled sodas.

I wanted to take a moment to recognize an employee at Terrible's named Victor for providing…read moreexceptional customer service during our stop on our way back home to California. We stopped in for gas and a few snacks, and Victor truly went above and beyond to help us out. He took the time to make sure we downloaded the app so we could take advantage of the fuel promotion running from May 1 through August 1, helping us save between approximately $0.20 to $0.50 per gallon depending on the amount of fuel purchased. What really stood out was his attitude and willingness to help. He made sure we had everything we needed before continuing our trip and treated us with genuine professionalism and kindness throughout the entire interaction. Customer service like that is hard to find these days, and Victor absolutely deserves recognition for the outstanding job he's doing. Thank you again, Victor, for making our stop pleasant and stress-free. Your effort and dedication did not go unnoticed.

**July 2026: Friday Afternoon Visits**…read more My friend and I stopped here on both the drive to and from Phoenix during our road trip, and it turned out to be a really convenient place to take a break. We needed a place to charge his Tesla, and Quartzsite had plenty of EV chargers. Terrible's was just a short walk from the chargers and made for an easy rest stop. The restrooms were clean and plentiful, which we really appreciated after being on the road. Since it's Quartzsite, there were also lots of rocks and gems for sale along with snacks and drinks, which gave it a fun local feel. The AC was blowing hard inside, which was especially nice considering how hot it was outside. Overall, this was a really good stop and a convenient place to recharge, both for us and the car.

1st time here, loved the gems. They do need more signage for newbies. Watch out for the vendors…read morethat only take cash...just throws me off as I don't ever have cash. To the Thai food vendor! Thank you so much for going above and beyond. Was amazing.

This is definitely my favorite rock show! It totally rocks! And there aren't even any bands. Just…read morerocks. It's gritty and real, far less commercialized than gem shows you typically find at fairgrounds. A large majority of the vendors here are true rockhounds, who have a passion for what they do. Many of these guys are the ones that found the rocks they are selling. So you will find much more raw material here, bulk rock, and other wholesale-type deals. There are giant amethyst stalagmites, barrels of agates, large quartz crystals, fossils, and every kind of stone you can imagine. Since the people are real and own the stuff they are selling, the prices can be negotiable, too. So if you like to haggle, haggle away. Especially if you are buying large amounts of stuff. The show is also huge, and it's unlikely that you could finish in one day. I know there's no way I could, and didn't when I passed by even though I wished for more time. Maybe it's because I have always marvelled at the amazing number of permutations that nature creates with what is essentially, dirt. Millions of years in the ground cooking and bam, awesome crystals, intricate patterns, beautiful colors. I only made it through about one third of the show in two hours. Overall, if you are up for an adventure and looking for something fun to do, the Desert Gardens Rock, Gem, and Mineral Show will definitely be worth the trip. Five stars all the way.

I always have a great experience here. I've been stopping in sporadically over the past few years &…read morehave found the selection to be plentiful (& updated regulator enough to always find new goodies). Lenora is wonderful & very knowledgeable about the different stones, where they are sourced, their properties, etc. I'm always able to find some wonderful gifts for friends & I find new additions for myself. They have very competitive prices & I genuinely enjoy popping by for some conversation & shopping. Lenora is also very sweet with my pup when I bring him in with me.

Staff were quite nice here. I found some earrings to come home with me. My girlfriend also found…read moresome small goodies herself. They had a fair amount of jewelry and small rock specimens to choose from. Shared parking outside.

The guy here is just awesome. He's a scruffy, toothless, half crazy rock hound. But he was funny…read moreand seemed to know his stuff. He showed me how the rusty water that had collected at the bottom of a barrel had accidentally dyed many of the tumbled rocks inside and how that coloration would penetrate some levels of the rock while being repelled by a neighboring layer. Differing levels of porosity within a two inch stone. Fascinating.

Hank is the man I came away with a 400 million year fossil…read moresection that was turned/milled into a vase and a huge 85lb cathredal amethyst and a nice 4.5 Lb smoky quartz