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Signal

A ghost town of unknown status in Mohave County, Arizona.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Quick Facts

State
Arizona
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Signal. Signal is a ghost town located on the banks of the Big Sandy River in southern Mohave County, Arizona, United States. The town was a mining center from the 1870s to 1930s. The peak population was around 800.

Mohave County holds 15 documented ghost towns, including Alamo Crossing, Aubrey Landing, Cedar — Signal keeps them company on the map.

The story of Signal

Arizona's ghost towns are sun-bleached and honest — copper, silver, and gold camps that lived fast and died the moment the ore did.

Signal is a ghost town located on the banks of the Big Sandy River in southern Mohave County, Arizona, United States. The town was a mining center from the 1870s to 1930s. The peak population was around 800. Remnants of the town can still be seen today along with nearby Virginia City.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Signal is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Signal is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Good to know

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.

Signal FAQs

Where is Signal located?
Signal is in Mohave County, Arizona. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Signal in?
Signal sits in Mohave County, Arizona. See our full guide to ghost towns in Mohave County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Signal?
Signal is a ghost town located on the banks of the Big Sandy River in southern Mohave County, Arizona, United States. The town was a mining center from the 1870s to 1930s. The peak population was around 800.
What remains at Signal today?
The on-the-ground condition of Signal is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Can you visit Signal?
Here's the honest truth: access to Signal is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Signal, Arizona”), CC BY-SA.

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