The historic Ed’s Camp along Oatman Road (aka Route 66) between Kingman and Oatman, Arizona, has been placed on the market for $1.39 million.
Though that sounds like a big ask, the 121-acre property includes three homes, two wells, septic systems and electricity.
Sandy Dudley of Kingman Premier Properties is listing the complex. Some excerpts:
First Time Ever on the Market! Historic Ed’s Camp on Rt 66 121 Acres of Unique Opportunity! Here’s your chance to own a true piece of Americana. This remarkable property sits along historic Route 66 and has never before been offered for sale. […]
A nostalgic roadside stop from the heyday of Route 66. With imagination and restoration, the Camp and its buildings could be transformed into a museum or commercial venture, making this an extraordinary investment opportunity. […] Whether you’re seeking a personal retreat, multi-home compound, or an opportunity to restore and revive a part of Route 66 history, this property offers unmatched potential and character.
According to Route 66 Times, Ed’s Camp dates back more than a century.
Lowell “Ed” Edgarton built Ed’s Camp in 1919 as a sort of one stop shop for people traveling through the area. The main trading post building and the Kactus Cafe building are still standing. The Texaco pumps and station are gone. A small building on the west side of the site that apparently had a couple of cabins that travelers could rent for the night still stands. A camping area called Little Meadows offered tent and trailer camping spots for those who preferred being closer to nature, or simply couldn’t afford the cabin rent.
Blue Miller of the well-researched Never Quite Lost blog did a deep dive into the history of Ed’s Camp a few years ago.
(Image of Ed’s Camp via Realtor listing; hat tip to Mother Road Media)