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Arizona Ranches | Places to Stay in Arizona
The state of Arizona is one that features a fantastic diversity of landscapes and areas of geological interest. North Arizona is famous for the Grand Canyon, a colorful chasm with steep rocky walls more than a mile deep and stretching some 277 miles alongside the Colorado River. Other notable destinations in North Arizona include Flagstaff set alongside the San Francisco Peaks which has the largest ponderosa pine forest, Museum of Northern Arizona, and is close to a number of national parks and monuments. On the south side of Arizona lies the city of Phoenix, the largest in Arizona. Notable day trips in Phoenix include the Heard Museum which is one of America's largest collections of Native American art, Phoenix Museum of History, as well as the Desert Botanical garden which has a great collection of desert plants.
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1. Grand Canyon Western Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 529 reviews
Just 2 hours from Las Vegas and 15 minutes from the west rim of the Grand Canyon! Stay overnight in one of our genuine all pine cabin or have a camping adventure (without the hassle)in one of out "Glamping" tents. Join our Cowboys for a guided horseback ride or horse-drawn wagon ride and enjoy a Wild Buffalo safari. Each night savor western cuisine in our historic Ranch House or join our cowboys for campfire entertainment under a canopy of stars.
Fun time spending the weekend in the West
Reviewed By ScottsdaleDaveNice place. Very authentic. Linda and Casey are AMAZING. Took the hay ride to see the buffalo. Very fun and it included champagne. Ended the evening with a campfire and smores. YUM!! Cabin are comfortable. No shower in our cabin, Just a tub. No internet or phone service. Nice being unplugged but would like to have access to Google for directions, info, etc. Nice experience overall.
2. Cabins at Grand Canyon West
Overall Ratings
4 based on 157 reviews
The Cabins at Grand Canyon West are a wonderful place to begin your Grand Canyon West adventures or to unwind after a jam-packed day of walking the sky on Skywalk, exploring Eagle Point and Guano Point, ziplining, and taking helicopter and pontoon tours. The Cabins at Grand Canyon West offer rustic cabins for up to six guests. You’ll discover all of the essentials for a comfortable stay in these non-smoking accommodations. A refrigerator and microwave allow for storing and making simple meals and snacks. You’ll want to watch sunrises and sunsets from the expansive porch, complete with wooden benches and seats. Breakfast can be purchased at the nearby Hualapai Ranch, serving breakfast burritos and sandwiches as well as all your morning favorites, including eggs, bacon, sausage, hashbrowns and coffee or fountain drinks. Vending machines also offer snacks and microwavable meals. What’s more, your reservation includes one complimentary general admission ticket to Grand Canyon West available at check-in. Grand Canyon West is situated on the Hualapai Indian Reservation and is an enterprise of the Hualapai Tribal Nation, a sovereign Indian nation that has occupied the land since 1883. Your reservation helps to sustain Hualapai communities. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @grandcanyonwest.
Nice cabins near the rim
Reviewed By AshleyB63Cabins are comfortable and as described on their website. Only wish for a few more flat surfaces to put things/eat/open luggage. Definitely plan ahead for your meals! There are 2 trails: one is .5 mile round trip but the other is 2.1 miles out and back. Be careful which you’re on! The bus to the glass bridge can pick you up here.
3. Freedom on the Go Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
A queen room with a sitting room and a Bath room are located in the main house . Living room and kitchen are available for guests. Also an outdoor patio with a fantastic view of the Santa Ana mountains. We have many wonderful birds that can be observed while eating a tasty ranch breakfast that comes with the room.
Birthday get away
Reviewed By PARADEBALLOONGUYEsther was very welcoming and accommodating. She showed us all the amenities, as well as, offered us contact numbers to local businesses and activities in the area during our stay. The bedroom was homey and very quiet and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and filling. We weren't able to take advantage of the horseback riding, as our time was limited, but we definitely will go back to enjoy that. I highly recommend Freedom on the go ranch!
4. Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 514 reviews
Stagecoach Trails is centrally located in NW Arizona just 2 hours south of Las Vegas and 3 hours west of The Grand Canyon south rim. We offer overnight packages that include room, home-cooked meals, daily horseback riding, and the use of all the ranches amenities. We have a heated swimming pool and hot-tub, western lodge with billiards table and fireplace, horseshoe pits, wagon rides, ping-pong, campfires, archery, fat tire mountain bikes, petting zoo and more. Come see the Wild West the way it was, the way it is now. Located in the middle of the Mohave Desert at the foot of 3 mountain ranges, Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch is a wilderness paradise. One of the few places on earth were you can see the Milky Way at night. See ya at the ranch!
Fabulous Arizona Dude Ranch
Reviewed By TinaHillLovesWe had reservations at Stagecoach Trails Guest Ranch, an all inclusive Arizona dude ranch, for the last two nites of our National Parks vacation. This family friendly ranch is owned and operated by JP and Tricia McCormick and family. We had a two bedroom suite, which offered a king bedroom with bathroom and adjoining bedroom with two bunk bed sets, living room area, and another bathroom. All areas have air conditioning. The entire ranch is designed southwestern in theme, from bedroom suites, to main hall, to the dining area. The beds were beyond comfortable, the rooms were clean, and the food was DELICIOUS (I want that ham recipe). There is so much I want to say about the ranch because it really is a remarkable and highly rated (Trip Advisor) dude ranch. Everyone is friendly...from the owners, to the help, to the other guests. Tricia, JP, and family go out of their way to make you feel welcome and include you in ranch activities. Our youngest son (20) was involved in an old fashioned shootout our first nite. And on our second nite, with all the guests gathered around the fire pit, we were treated to Cayden McCormick's singing and guitar playing, while our girls held baby goats while listening and stargazing. Fire pit gathering on the large patio happens after the spectacular views of the sun setting. Big pause here...the sunsets are breathtaking! On property, they have horses, goats, a donkey, the family dogs, and a llama. Horseriding was scheduled for 6am and 6pm (due to the heat...about 100° mid afternoon), ATVs, wagon rides, and shooting range are also available. My family enjoyed the shooting range, horseback riding, pool, taking in the scenery of the Old West, and walking around the terrain. The ranch has a wide collection of artistic pieces ranging from new to artifacts, including: old wagons, a stagecoach, prints, literature, ceramics, authentic Native American weapons, and sculptures throughout the property. So, this destination is not only for people seeking to experience the Wild West and nature but also for those interested in southwestern art. As an artist myself, I was very attracted to the creative, cultural, and decorative tems on display. I cannot recommend this phenomenal dude ranch enough if you're looking for an awesome, one of a kind, family vacation experience. 5+ Stars from my family! Thank you McCormick family!! Hugs from the Hills!
5. Circle Z Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 371 reviews
Circle Z Ranch is a traditional guest ranch, offering horseback riding on hundreds of miles of trails just outside of Patagonia Arizona. We are an all inclusive ranch, serving 3 delicious meals daily. WE have a tennis court, heated outdoor pool, and a game room. Seven historic Spanish-style adobe guest cottages dot the plateau on which the Circle Z lies. Accommodations vary from individual rooms to suites with living rooms or entirely private cottages, each reflecting Southwestern charm. Our historic property is know worldwide for it's birding, beautiful vistas of the desert mountains, and a perennial stream that supports hundreds of species of animals and plant life. Come visit us for a traditional ranch experience in beautiful southwest Arizona.
My first guest ranch experience
Reviewed By 505gunhildsIf you ever concider travveling to one of many guest ranches in USA, i highly recomend Circle Z. The horses, the staff, the food and the apartments was the best. It was a vacation i'll never forget, a vacation that will fit all horse-lovers around the world.
6. Bar 10 Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 196 reviews
This is a guest ranch located near the north rim of the Grand Canyon. The nearest town is St. George, UT (70 miles away on a dirt road). Come join us for an adventure of ATV/UTV tours, horseback riding, skeet shooting, rafting, meals, lodging, etc. We also have fuel and ice available for purchase for those staying at the ranch.
AMAZING
Reviewed By laurensL7875XE10/10 recommend! My trip was nothing short of amazing. I definitely will be raving about this place to all my friends and family. If you are looking for an awesome getaway this is you place! You will not regret it.
7. Cave Creek Ranch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
With 7 acres in the Chiricahua Mountains, Cave Creek Ranch has plenty of trails for bird lovers, hikers, and nature lovers to enjoy. Our lodging includes four cottages, two lodges, and a ranch house. We are open year-round, so come unplug from technology and take in the beautiful Arizona scenery.
We are already planning our next trip!
Reviewed By Tim SMy wife and I just completed our fifth visit to Cave Creek Canyon and our first stay at Cave Creek Ranch. We are avid birders from South Carolina and we celebrated our 45th anniversary with this trip. We stayed eight nights and our stay could not have been better! Reid and the staff provided just the right level of service we needed. The bird yard is legendary and several guided walks by staff Naturalist James Petersen were informative and fruitful for any birder or nature-lover. The resident Elf Owl made an appearance on the owl walk. If you are a birder or amateur naturalist, you must visit Cave Creek Canyon (the Elegant Trogon is a “must see” for serious birders) and you could not find a better place to stay than Cave Creek Ranch. For an awesome guide, Dave Jasper is legendary! We tallied 85 species, including three owl species. We stayed in unit 4 in the Juniper building on the creek and were treated to hummingbirds, multiple songbirds, Coos deer, and javelinas at our back door. We are already planning our next trip!
8. Elkhorn Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 69 reviews
The Elkhorn Ranch lies 51 miles southwest of Tucson, in a valley where mountains and desert meet. Since 1945, the Miller family has owned and operated the ranch, offering exceptional riding and living for thirty-two guests. Riding is the main interest with gentle or loping rides through the desert and vigorous trips up through the mountains. With seventy head of horses, the right horse can be yours throughout your visit. Come enjoy the Arizona sunshine!
Hands down, the best Arizona guest ranch!
Reviewed By LorraineL1439I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked Elkhorn. My partner and I have visited 6 other AZ ranches during the covid pandemic. Some were nice; others I wouldn't return to. Some too large. Some with terrible food. One with the most uncomfortable room I have had. Some without any consideration of my immune dysfunction. It was difficult finding availability at Elkhorn (a good sign). When I finally got an email from them that informed me they had received a cancelation and I could have the cabin, I jumped at the opportunity. I am so glad I did! The cabin was sweet. A nice bedroom, living room and bathroom....well thought out for unpacking. Birdfeeders were outside the front door and the rear window as well as birdbaths everywhere. There was an undercurrent of kindness for all living things here at Elkhorn. The horses were very well cared for as you can imagine! And the motto for guests is "Ask and you shall receive." The scenery surrounding the ranch was the best of all the ranches. It was mountainous and magical. The Ocotillo and the Palo Verdes were all in bloom. The riding was superb. I have been to ranches in Montana, New York, and Colorado and I would say this is one of the finest for scenery. It helped that it was spring and the blooms were everywhere. Plenty of riding. Mornings, afternoons, 2 all day rides. Actually, 3 because there was a ride to a picnic lunch (so fun with all the guests) and then we chose to continue for the afternoon. Anymore, there are many large ranches or resort ranches but Elkhorn is your true old fashioned guest ranch. I will be back next April and every April. I have found a new tradition!!
9. Hideout Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 51 reviews
Hideout Ranch is a working guest and cattle ranch in Arizona. Our activities center on riding great horses in the greatest country in the USA. Set your inner cowboy on the trail to discovery when you Come Hideout... on horseback.
Great accommodation and wonderful host!
Reviewed By JuanM1357I visited with my wife and two boys in April 2021. This was the highlight of our 12 days Arizona trip and even from our 4 years stay in the US. The room was clean and very comfortable. The food was amazing. The host was always ready to help and made us feel more than welcome. The kids enjoyed playing with the dog, goats and donkey. We loved the wild life, fresh air and starry nights. Short drive to Portal for excellent birding. On our last day, while driving through the ranch gate, the kids asked: when can we return to the ranch?
10. The Casitas at Smokey Springs Ranch
Overall Ratings
5 based on 46 reviews
Welcome to our Relaxing, Secluded Getaway. Our five lovely Casitas, which are nestled on 20 acres of the lush Sonoran Desert, will provide you with a beautiful, comfortable, and secluded home to enjoy while you explore Tucson and the surrounding areas. The Casitas are located in a wonderful cool mesquite bosque, sporting spectacular views of the surrounding desert and mountain ranges, where you can enjoy many different species of birds and other wildlife; There is so much activity going on in the desert surrounding your Casita, you may never want to leave. Each Casita has a lovely private patio to enjoy a morning coffee or a breathtaking Sonoran sunset. Enjoy the peaceful seclusion of the lush high desert while still being less than three miles from the trail heads of the Saguaro National Monument. Nearby you can enjoy world class golfing, eclectic shopping and fine dining. Activities on Smokey Springs Ranch include horseshoes, putting green, and a relaxing and luxurious "spool" – a large spa/hot tub with sunning lagoon.
Individual casitas placed in lovely desert locations.
Reviewed By linda AVery quiet and nicely located if you are riding bikes or hiking the desert. It is out of town, but good restaurants are a short drive away. The Casitas are decorated in an artful Southwestern motif and the kitchen is fully furnished with dishes etc.
