Apacheland Movie Set
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Apacheland Movie Set
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Apacheland Movie Ranch, often referred to as "Apacheland," was a famous Western-themed movie set located in Apache Junction, Arizona. Established in 1959, it served as a filming location for numerous classic Western films and television shows, including "Charro!" starring Elvis Presley and episodes of "Have Gun – Will Travel" and "Bonanza." |
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Designed to replicate an Old West town, Apacheland featured saloons, jailhouses, barns, and a chapel, making it a favorite among filmmakers and tourists alike. Despite suffering two devastating fires—one in 1969 and another in 2004—some structures, like the Elvis Chapel and the barn, were preserved and relocated to the nearby Superstition Mountain Museum. Today, Apacheland’s legacy lives on as a tribute to the golden age of Western filmmaking. |
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