Land Exchange

The Resolution Copper land exchange was completed on March 16, 2026. This is a key step in developing a safe, modern mining operation.

Through the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act, the federal government and the public received more than 5,400 acres of high-value conservation land, including riparian habitat, wildlife corridors, and culturally significant landscapes. These lands will be permanently protected and managed for public benefit.

In return, Resolution Copper received approximately 2,400 acres adjacent to the historic Magma Copper mine to enable exploration and development of the Resolution Copper deposit.

Over more than a decade, input from a wide range of stakeholders including the Town of Superior, nearby Native American Tribes, the U.S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, Audubon, and The Nature Conservancy helped shape the land exchange process. These voices guided the selection of parcels that would provide the greatest public benefit. Take a closer look at each land parcel the public received as part of the land exchange.

Maintaining public access to Oak Flat Campground

Mining and public use have coexisted in the Oak Flat area for decades. As part of the land exchange, Resolution Copper is committed to keeping Oak Flat Campground open and accessible to the public, including local communities and Native American Tribes.

Visitors can expect the same experience they’ve always enjoyed, with no noticeable changes from the previous Tonto National Forest practices for decades to come. To ensure continued access and on-the-ground stewardship, the Oak Flat campground will be managed by 4Winds Contracting, a company owned by a San Carlos Apache Tribe member, which will oversee campground maintenance, facilities, and road access. Learn more >

For more information on the Oak Flat Campground, please visit azoakflat.com.