Lara M.
3/16/2025
When in Wickenburg, Arizona...you gotta see it. We were driving through and decided to check out the main area of the old town. There are murals and quite a few cafes & restaurants, shops, and...
The Jail Tree
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45 N Tegner St
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Jail Tree in Wickenburg, AZ stands as a symbol of the town's history, where outlaws were chained as a form of punishment. The tree's gnarled branches and twisted trunk evoke a sense of the Wild West era, offering visitors a glimpse into the harsh realities of the past.
Visitors can explore the surrounding area and imagine the infamous figures who once faced justice under the tree's shade. Jail Tree serves as a reminder of Wickenburg's roots, preserving a piece of its heritage for generations to come.
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Janelle F.
5/16/2022
Definitely have to be more of a history nerd like me to come check this out. If you don't know what you're looking for it's definitely east to miss. This tree (yes it's real) sits on a tiny lot...
Courtney M.
2/4/2021
Mood- Weird History As we were on a travel for oddities this was on the radar to check out. The tree itself has attracted so much tourism since the 1930's. Back in the day the attraction was just...
Christine A.
1/27/2012
In the Old West, with towns sprouting up all over, Wickenburg made due without a prison by chaining outlaws to the 100-year-old mesquite tree in the center of town. A hundred years later, the...
Jerry G.
2/14/2017
Weird Arizona stopping place in Wickenburg, AZ. This is a fun little place to stop and visit a piece of the old west. Some say it is real other say it is myth. You decide. No matter what it...
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