1863
Founding & Gold Discovery
Walker, Arizona was founded in 1863. An expedition of prospectors led by Joseph R. Walker discovered gold along the Lynx Creek.
1863
1864-1870
Mining Boom
Hundreds of mining claims are filed in the Walker Mining District.
- Sheldon Mine
- Poland-Walker Tunnel
1864-1870
Now
Residential Community
Walker is now an unincorporated rural community with year-round and part-time residents.
Now