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Wellton, 29 miles east of Yuma adjacent to Interstate 8, is in the heart of the Wellton-Mohawk Valley which is surrounded by picturesque mountains. The name Wellton (originally Well Town) came from the wells drilled to provide water to service the Southern Pacific Railroad.
A diverse community, Wellton serves as a business, service and recreation center for more than 5,000 people in the Wellton-Mohawk Valley and surrounding area. Wellton's mild, clear winters allow for a year-round growing season and provide a major attraction for winter visitors and retirees.
Principal Economic Activities
Traditionally, agriculture and ranching have formed the area's economic basis. In addition, a large segment of the population is involved in agricultural support industries, trades and service. A rapidly growing winter and retirement population significantly impacts the economy. Wellton also has a growing commercial services sector. Wellton continually seeks ways to enhance the local economy and has available various incentives to attract new commercial and light industrial development.
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| Wellton at a Glance |
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Incorporated: Yes - 1970 County: Yuma County Elevation: 256 Feet Distance To Phoenix: 155 Miles Distance To Tucson: 208 Miles Highways: I-8 Enterprise Zone Available |
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Town of Wellton Profile
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Scenic Attractions
The community offers a variety of recreational activities and opportunities, and there are many points of interest in the area including the Pioneer Museum, Tinas Altas, Desert Hot Springs, Baker’s Tanks and El Camino Del Diablo. Wellton is 35 miles from Yuma State Territorial Prison, Fort Yuma Indian Museum, Custom House, the Fine Art Center (Depot), and Century House Museum. It is 55 miles from San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, Mexico, which offers curio shops, night clubs and other attractions. South of San Luis (about 75 miles) is the small fishing village of El Golfo de Santa Clara, Mexico. El Golfo offers miles of sandy beaches for camping, swimming and clam digging. By car, Wellton is three hours from San Diego, about five hours from Los Angeles and about six hours from Las Vegas.
