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Simmons

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

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Simmons ghost town, Arizona
Plate I — Simmons, ArizonaPhoto: Sgt. Rebecca Eller (Public domain) via Wikimedia Commons

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Simmons. Isaiah Simmons (born July 26, 1998) is an American professional football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL).

Yavapai County holds 24 documented ghost towns, including Alexandra, American Ranch, Apron Crossing — Simmons keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Simmons

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

Isaiah Simmons (born July 26, 1998) is an American professional football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Clemson Tigers and was selected by the Arizona Cardinals eighth overall in the 2020 NFL draft. While at Clemson, Simmons was noted for his positional versatility as he played linebacker, defensive end, cornerback and safety.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Simmons 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.

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Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Simmons 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. The mapped point for Simmons is roughly 34.8109, -112.6290 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

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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.

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Survey Map

Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting

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Simmons FAQs

01Where is Simmons located?
Simmons is in Yavapai County, Arizona, mapped near 34.8109, -112.6290.
02What county is Simmons in?
Simmons sits in Yavapai County, Arizona. See our full guide to ghost towns in Yavapai County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Simmons?
Isaiah Simmons (born July 26, 1998) is an American professional football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL).
04What remains at Simmons today?
The on-the-ground condition of Simmons 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.
05Can you visit Simmons?
Here's the honest truth: access to Simmons 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. The mapped point for Simmons is roughly 34.8109, -112.6290 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Isaiah Simmons”), CC BY-SA.

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