Douglas

Douglas is a border city in Cochise County, Arizona, positioned directly along the Mexico-United States boundary where daily commerce and social interaction connect two countries. The city sits at an elevation of about 1,221 meters and functions as a key crossing point for both pedestrians and vehicles.

Founded in 1905 as a copper smelting center for ore from nearby Bisbee mines, the city was named after mining pioneer James Douglas. This industrial origin shaped its early growth and established it as a regional economic hub during the early 20th century.

The Gadsden Hotel displays early 1900s craftsmanship with marble columns and colored glass windows throughout its public spaces. Walking through its halls gives you a sense of the city's prosperous past and its role as a center of commerce.

Visitors need a valid passport to cross between Douglas and the adjacent Mexican city of Agua Prieta. Both pedestrian and vehicle crossing points are available, allowing you to choose the method that works best for your trip.

The Douglas Grand Theater was the largest entertainment venue between Los Angeles and San Antonio in the early 1900s, reflecting the city's former status as a cultural destination. This historic building still stands as a reminder of when this border city attracted travelers passing through the region.

Location: Cochise County

Elevation above the sea: 1,221 m

Part of: Mexico–United States border

Shares border with: Pirtleville

Website: http://douglasaz.org

GPS coordinates: 31.34500,-109.54139

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:04