Canyon Diablo is one of the many haunted small towns you’ll find in Arizona. Located on the Navajo Reservation in Coconino County, this ghost town is in one of the best-kept conditions in the state.

Residents came to Canyon Diablo to build a bridge that spanned the nearby canyon (of the same name). When bridge construction was delayed, the town became a scene that attracted many colorful characters who enjoyed the bars, brothels, and casinos that popped up to keep everyone entertained.

Perhaps the most haunting thing about Canyon Diablo is that a cemetery located just outside the town was created for all those who died violently in the town. And since the town didn’t have any policing, crime, and violence were rampant in Canyon Diablo.

To reach Canyon Diablo, take I-40, exit 230, to the old Route 66 stop at Two Guns.
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The town has an elevation of just over 5,400 feet and is about 12 miles northwest of Meteor Crater.
Canyon Diablo was founded in 1880 and dispersed in the early 20th century. The remains of the haunted town are located on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona.
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In its short span, the town had about 2000 residents.
Although the town was formed for workers to build a railroad, that was halted for a bit when it was discovered that the initial railroad measurements were too short. The bridge ended up being completed in 1890, 10 years after it was forced to stop.
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Brick and stone were used to construct the buildings in Canyon Diablo.
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Here's a photo of the toilets used when Canyon Diablo was a vibrant town.
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Here's a view of the haunted town from Route 66.
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Although ruins of Canyon Diablo remain, the views around them are still breathtaking.
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To learn more about Canyon Diablo’s haunting history, here.

Since you’ll be visiting rugged terrain, wear comfortable shoes during your outing to Canyon Diablo!

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