Gold was discovered in Goldroad in 1899 by Jose Jarez and partner Henry Lovin. The town of Goldroad sprung up nearby. In 1901, they sold their claim for $50,000. Within 5 years, their claim was worth over $2,000,000. By 1907, the gold veins were giving out. The town began to disappear in the desert. Today, there are many remains of rock houses and a stone coolhouse still under roof. Goldroad is located on private property, but tours are available, just look for the signs.
In the 1860's silver chloride ore was discovered at what is now called Silver Hill. By 1864, the town of Chloride was in full swing. By 1873, Chloride was granted a post office. By 1900, Chloride had a population of 2,000. The mines produced until the 1940's, when all the mines closed up. Most residents moved away, but a few have chosen to stay behind. The post office still operates.
Today at Chloride, you can still see the post office, the 1928 Russel General Store, an old gas station, an original jail and residence and a cemetary.
To get to Goldroad, start in Kingman. Take I-40 west a few miles to exit #44. Take a right and go a mile or so to Oatman Road. Take a left on Oatman Road and ontinue about 25 miles. Goldroad is justa couple miles past Sitegraves Pass. It is right off the highway on both sides. Look carefully, the remains at Goldroad blend well into the desert and mountains. From Goldroad, you can continue on 3 miles to Oatman.
To get to Chloride, start in Kingman. Take Highway 93 north for about 15 miles to the Chloride turnoff. Take a right at the turnoff and proceed 4 miles to Chloride.
