There’s Only One Remaining Train Station Like This In All Of Arizona And It’s Magnificent
Railroads are some of the best-preserved and most interesting aspects of history in our nation. They’re responsible for economic development, the spread of language and culture, and so much more. One Arizona train station stands out among all the rest, and it’s a must-visit attraction.
Home to fewer than 4,000 people, Clifton was a flourishing mining town in the early 1900s. Remnants of its rich past can still be seen today in the form of historic buildings that have hardly changed over the years.
This is the old train station, which now serves as the town's visitor center. Stop by and learn about Clifton in one of its most influential buildings.
You just don't see architecture like this very often anymore. Intricate details create so much character and uniqueness; a nice change from the cookie-cutter structures of today.
You'll also want to visit the former jail that housed inmates beginning in 1881. Carved into the side of a rock, this dark, claustrophobic hole definitely taught its captives a lesson they didn't soon forget.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
