Fairbank, Ghost town in Cochise County, Arizona, United States
Fairbank is a ghost town in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. It sits in a dry valley near the San Pedro River, with a few surviving buildings and ruins scattered along a dirt road.
Fairbank grew in the 1880s as a railroad stop and supply center for nearby mines. It faded after the mines closed and the railroad moved, leaving the town abandoned by the mid-20th century.
The old schoolhouse still stands as a landmark, and its walls show the wear of time. Local groups sometimes gather here to share stories about the town's past.
The site is open to visitors, and you can walk among the remains at your own pace. Bring water and sun protection, as shade is scarce and the ground is uneven.
The cemetery on the hill holds graves of early settlers, including a few marked only with wooden crosses. The nearby river crossing was once a busy ford, and wagon ruts are still visible in the rock.
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