The story of Charlie Stanton is as untamed as the Arizona desert itself.
Once a booming railroad stop turned lawless ghost town, Stanton was controlled by Charles P. Stanton, a man whose name is forever linked to tales of bribery, murder, and stolen fortunes. But was he really the ruthless crime boss history remembers?
Find out for yourself at DirtFest 2025!
On Thursday, April 10, historian and author Parker Anderson will be at Stanton Camp, signing copies of his book, Arizona Gold Gangster Charles P. Stanton.
He’ll be sharing the true story behind the legend—based on actual court records, newspaper reports, and historical accounts.
