Congress, Arizona is a small town, located in the central portion of the state. The town is situated off of US 60, and the nearest large city is Phoenix, around 80 miles to the southwest. This large metropolitan area, combined with several recreation areas (including several National Forests, a National Wildlife Refuge and a National Monument) that are spread around the local region, provide ample activities for your enjoyment. Congress was founded during the gold rush, and then it faded into history and became a ghost town before residents returned to the area in recent years.