Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark

Since no gambling or drinking were allowed in the company town, nearby McCarthy quickly sprang up as a place where miners could enjoy “wine, women, and song” in its saloons, restaurants, hotels, pool halls, stores, and, yes, a red light district. A number of the buildings from that era are still in use and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. GETTING TO MCCARTHY Getting to McCarthy is all part of the experience of this quirky town. There are two ways to reach McCarthy: by air or by road. Daily scheduled flights and air taxi service is available… CONTINUE READING…