Welcome to Southern Gila County

THE HEART OF ARIZONA

Located in the Heart of Arizona, Gila County is welcoming, affordable, and beckons the adventurous soul to answer the call of the wild. Here, your adventure awaits, and it's as wild as you want to make it.

Spanning 4,796 square miles, Gila County takes you from the saguaro scattered desert to the ponderosa pine forests and everything in between.  And with a population of 53,889, you are bound to enjoy both the amenities of modern day and endless natural resources. 

Gila County is overflowing with historic western frontier history and culture - cowboys, Native Americans, miners, ranchers and outlaws  - plan your visit today and see what the hype is all about. Oh, and we can't forget our renowned Mexican food! Our Mexican food alone is worth a trip to Southern Gila County. 

Gila county government

You can accomplish many things through the County website. Find information on the different Gila County departments, Animal Care & Control, the library district, and the fairgrounds, access necessary documents, register to vote, and apply for things like marriage certificates, building permits, passports, adoption and much more. 

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Discover Gila county

Explore the wild and create your own adventure in Gila County! We've got something for everyone - hiking, off-roading, birding, camping, hunting and fishing, Native American culture, boutique hotels, renowned cuisine, beautiful architecture, and a rich history in mining, ranching and cowboys. Visit the Discover Gila County website, with over 500 pages of content to plan your

next adventure.