Morenci Mine Overlook
A free, self-guided public overlook along US-191 (the Coronado Trail) through the Morenci open-pit copper mine, maintained by Freeport-McMoRan. Visitor accounts describe an elevated lookout over part of the pit, a retired mine haul-truck bed reachable by stairs, a displayed truck engine and tire, and interpretive panels on mine history and copper production; bighorn sheep are commonly seen nearby. This is separate from guided bus mine tours, whose current operating status is unconfirmed (some sources describe them as discontinued for safety reasons).
At a Glance
Outdoor Type
Overlook-Viewpoint
Access
Open subject to road and weather conditions
Fees
Free; open 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily (per Google’s listed hours)
Overview
Location and daily 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM hours confirmed via Google Maps listing (https://maps.app.goo.gl/E9bbm4aErd1kWY4j6). Current status of the separate guided bus mine tours (as opposed to this free self-guided overlook) is still unconfirmed.
Route & Practical Details
Access Notes
Along US-191 (Coronado Trail) through Morenci, near mile marker ~175. See map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/E9bbm4aErd1kWY4j6
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