Tonto National Forest
Chrysotile is located in Tonto National Forest. It's a privately owned, abandoned mining city located in some of the most pristine areas of the national forest. The gates will open at 9:00 and shortly after opening a short tour of some of the attractions is available. We will stop at several abandoned buildings including: the jailhouse, schoolhouse, the machine shop, and the minor barracks. Other abandoned buildings include: the farmhouse, manager's house and the mess hall. Guests will also receive a map of the area that includes all the best places to see and spend time exploring. The mining city of Chrysotile is privately owned and hasn't been open to the public since 1945.