Guest Ranches in Arizona

Farms and Ranches

THE HORSESHOE RANCH ON BLOODY BASIN HCR 34 - Box 5005 Mayer, AZ 86333 (520) 632-8813 Fax Airport: Phoenix Capacity: 20 Season: Year-round Altitude: 5000 feet The Horseshoe Ranch on Bloody Basin Road is first and foremost a 110 section working cattle ranch. Saddle up and gather, drive, rope and brand cattle, just the way it's been done on the Horseshoe Ranch for more than 100 years. Wash away each day's cowboy dirt with a hot shower, relax by the pool or under a shady tree. End each day in the comfort of your private room, tastefully decorated in Southwestern style. We're an hour's drive north of Phoenix, just 5 miles east of highway I-17. Whether tenderfoot or top hand there will be plenty to do on this 74,000 acre working ranch. So come on out and "Cowboy up" with us. CIRCLE Z RANCH 194DF P.O. Box 194DR Patagonia, AZ 85624 (520) 287-2091 Capacity: 40 Season: Nov 1-May 15 Altitude: 4000 feet Circle Z Ranch is 60 miles south of Tucson and 15 miles north of the Mexican Border. Founded in 1925, it lies in a valley formed by the Patagonia and Santa Rita mountains, and is watered by the ever-flowing Sonoita River nurturing sycamore and cottonwood stands. The ranch has an informal air with few organized activities except riding which is twice daily and geared to both the novice and expert. Accommodations are in attractively furnished adobe cottages. Bird watchers discover exciting new species; there is a heated pool and tennis court. Reached by major airlines into Tucson or by private plane into Nogales, the drive to the ranch is not difficult and a good way to see some of the exceptional beauty of Arizona. Betsy and Bryan Laselle, Managers. GRAPEVINE CANYON RANCH P.O. Box 302 Pearce, AZ 85625 (520) 826-3185 (800) 245-9202 (602) 826-3636 Fax Capacity: 30 Season: Year-round Altitude: 5000 feet Secluded in the picturesque Dragoon Mountains and Grapevine Canyon Ranch is an owner-operated working cattle ranch offering luxurious accommodations, friendly service and excellent country cooking. Our emphasis is on horseback riding on spectacular canyon and mountain trails, all day adventure rides, fast riding for qualified riders, horsemanship lessons and clinics. We are located in the heart of historic Arizona, near several ghost towns, Mexico, old Fort Bowie and Tombstone, in the land of Chief Cochise and the Chiricahua Apaches. Reached by major airlines into Tucson International Airport. ELKHORN RANCH Sasabe Star Route Tucson, AZ 85736 (520) 822-1040 Capacity: 32 Season: Nov 15-May 1 Altitude: 3600 feet Fifty two miles southwest of Tucson at the base of the Baboquiveri Mountain Range. Emphasis on riding both on the desert and in the mountains in small groups. Heated swimming pool, tennis court, shuffleboard. Near Mexico, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and two historic Indian missions. Roomy cabins. Good ranch meals in central dining room. Lots of sunshine. Served by many airlines and Amtrak into Tucson. Rates and information by request. Write to the Millers at the above address. LAZY K BAR RANCH 48401 North Scenic Drive Tucson, AZ 85743 (520) 744-3050 (800) 321-7018 (602) 744-7628 Capacity: 50, Season: Year Round, Altitude: 2300 feet. Founded in 1936, The Lazy K Bar is a small intimate ranch nestled in the Tucson Mountains overlooking the Santa Cruz Valley. There are 23 air-conditioned rooms with private baths, each offering its own beautiful mountain view. No telephones or televisions are in the rooms to disrupt your relaxation. Our nightly rates include three hearty ranch meals, morning and afternoon trail rides and transfers. Ranch amenities include: heated pool, outdoor spa, volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, ping-pong billiard tables and a ranch store. Our riding program is geared for individual ability. Riding instruction is available. Evening activities include cookouts, hayride, square dances or just sitting under the stars. Brochure available. WHITE STALLION RANCH 9251 West Twin Peaks Road Tucson, AZ 85743 (520) 297-0252 (602) 744-2786 Fax (888) WSRANCH (977-2624) Capacity: 50 Season: Oct 1-Apr 30 Altitude: 2300 feet Owned and managed by the True family for 30 years-it makes a difference. Longhorn cattle are raised on this 3,000 acre ranch bordering on the Saguaro National Monument. Enjoy slow, fast, desert and mountain rides, all on the ranch. Also breakfast rides, hayride, cookouts on the desert, bonfires and entertainment. Steak barbecues on main patio, and an entire dinner cooked in an Indian oven. Also available: tennis, heated pool, redwood hot tub, jogging, hiking, pool tables, basketball, volleyball, large library, petting zoo and peacocks running free. Just 17 miles from Tucson. Winner of the Changing Times magazine's 1990 "Family Vacation Value Award," and one of 1994 Western Style Magazine's 37 best ranches in the western U.S. FLYING E RANCH P.O. Box EEE Wickenburg, AZ 85736 (520) 684-2690 (888) 684-2650 (520) 684-5304 Fax Airport: Phoenix Capacity: 34 Season: Nov to May Altitude: 2500 feet We are the "Riding Ranch!" Sixty-five miles northwest of Phoenix on 20,000 acres of rolling, high desert hills with miles of trails. Warm, dry climate. 60-70 degrees daytime, with clear, blue skies. Quiet relaxation and friendly staff. Rooms are connecting or individual. Private baths and wet bars, twin or king beds, electric blankets too. TV's in all rooms. Meals served "family style"...cookie jar always filled. Help yourself to iced tea and lemonade. No Bar! B.Y.O.L. Heated pool, hot spa, tennis, and shuffleboard. Flying E is a heartwarming experience. May we welcome you? Vi Wellik - Owner/Manager (33 years). KAY EL BAR RANCH Wickenburg, AZ 85358 (520) 684-7593 (800) 684-7583 (520) 684-4497 FAX Capacity: 20 Season: Oct 15-May 1 Altitude: 2100 feet The Kay El Bar Ranch is situated in the mid-Sonoran desert, sixty miles northwest of Phoenix/Sky Harbor. A National Historic Site; a dude ranch since 1926, the Ranch boasts its setting of old adobe buildings bordering the Hassayampa River, with grass, trees and flowers in abundance. Scenic horseback riding trails in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains is the major activity here. Heated swimming pool, various yard games available. The Kay El Bar features family-style meals served in the cozy dining room with a blazing fireplace. A two-bedroom cabin completes the accommodations. Jane Nash, Manager. 2-night stay minimum, 4-night stay minimum during holidays and after February 15. Personal checks, VISA and MasterCard accepted.

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