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Wilford

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

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Wilford ghost town, Arizona
Plate I — Wilford, ArizonaPhoto: Bowman (Public domain) via Wikimedia Commons

Wilford doesn't need a haunted reputation — the empty streets do the talking. Wilford Parley "Whizzer" White (September 26, 1928 – August 1, 2013) was an American professional football player who was a halfback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL).

Navajo County holds 5 documented ghost towns, including Brigham City, Obed, Sunset — Wilford keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Wilford

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

Wilford Parley "Whizzer" White (September 26, 1928 – August 1, 2013) was an American professional football player who was a halfback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He also was a member of the Toronto Argonauts in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected by the Chicago Bears in the third round of the 1951 NFL draft. He played college football for the Arizona State Sun Devils and became the school's first College Football All-American.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Wilford 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 Wilford 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.

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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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Wilford FAQs

01Where is Wilford located?
Wilford is in Navajo County, Arizona. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
02What county is Wilford in?
Wilford sits in Navajo County, Arizona. See our full guide to ghost towns in Navajo County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Wilford?
Wilford Parley "Whizzer" White (September 26, 1928 – August 1, 2013) was an American professional football player who was a halfback for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL).
04What remains at Wilford today?
The on-the-ground condition of Wilford 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 Wilford?
Here's the honest truth: access to Wilford 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: account based on Wikipedia (“Wilford White”), CC BY-SA.

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