Tombstone Monument Guest Ranch is situated amidst ancient rock formations in the Dragoon Mountains in southern Arizona. The ranch is set up to look like an 1880’s Western frontier town.
The ranch is some 3 miles outside the famous Western Town of Tombstone located in the heart of Cochise County in southern Arizona.
Here you can step back in time to the era of the cowboy in their individually designed rooms, each with a unique historical Western theme.
You will experience the adventure of the historic Wild West with spectacular sunsets, sweeping views of sun-drenched terrain, dry creek beds, panoramic scenery and wildlife.
Tombstone Monument Ranch has all the comforts and conveniences of the modern world with 18 unique rooms, each with a Western theme and decorated in turn-of-the-century style. Rooms have King or Queen-size beds, modern bathrooms and popular amenities included. Guests can wake up in the Grand Hotel, the Marshal’s Office, the Blacksmith’s or even the Jail.
Additionally, you will find air conditioning, free WiFi, Satellite TV, tea and coffee makers, hair dryers and toiletries.
At the ranch’s restaurant, guests are offered a wide selection of traditional Western cuisine such as a mouth-watering steak and a bottle of wine for dinner, and a special Chuckwagon Breakfast will likely be the best breakfast you’ve ever tasted by a campfire!
The ranch is also able to offer alternative dishes to those with dietary needs. There is a Saloon on site where you will meet other guest and wash away the day’s dust with a cool beer.
The ranch also has a swimming pool on site.
Tombstone Monument staff invite you to experience life at the town’s only Guest Ranch. From here you will be able to explore miles of open country on horseback. Their healthy, well-mannered horses are like family – they will be pleased to choose your “partner” for these riding adventures.
You are invited to join in the fun with the Wranglers on unforgettable rides to landmark destinations and ghost towns while enjoying the magnificent country.
Check-in is normally at 2pm and they always offer a 3pm ride so you are welcome to get started right off, time permitting.
Depending on your level of experience, the ranch offers a tailor-made programme consisting of lessons in the arena, ground work, horse communication, natural horsemanship and, of course, trail riding.
Riding lessons can be requested for an additional charge.
Please note the minimum age requirement for slow rides is 5 years old and 8 years for fast rides.
The ranch horses can only carry guests up to a weight of 230 lbs or 16.4 stone and there is no riding on Sundays
There are a network of dry creek beds and trails that will take you through Ranch property and far beyond. They have trails for all riding levels, from advanced riders to beginners.
The owners of the ranch understand that guests come from all around the world to experience western riding. Whether you are an advanced rider or a beginner, the trails that are offered are suitable for all riding levels with a wide variety of terrain, petroglyphs and historic sites to visit.
There is also a ranch combination package with White Stallion, Rancho de la Osa and Tombstone Monument, stays of 7, 10 or 14 nights – please ask for details
If you are looking for some alternative activities to the riding, it must be said there are a great deal on offer in Cochise County. The ranch have put together a variety of educational trips and adventures but these are an additional cost. All are subject to a minimum of 3 people.
There is a Dragoon Mountain tour or Chiricahua National Monument tour with a guide, a trip to the town of Bisbee, an historic Copper Mining Town full of fascinating shops and restaurants, or a San Pedro River Walking tour along the San Pedro River.
Kartchner Caverns State Park. This is a facinating guided educational tours of the Kartchner Caverns caves. It may not be suitable for young children due to the underground heat. Closed from June – September
For history lovers there is an OK Corral Gunfight – a re-enactment of the most famous gunfight in Tombstone, Cowboy Action Shooting exhibition at the Tombstone Livery Stable and the Downtown Tombstone Historical Tour. This is a colourful and educational tour through Old Tombstone.
There’s also Sonoita Wine Tasting – Wine tasting at the vineyards in nearby Sonoita, and for more active guests a Quad / ATV Tour – a 3 hour guided tours on ATVs to explore the local wilderness.
Since 2021 the ranch now offer cattle round ups as they have purchased the neighbouring ranch. Ask us for details.
A complimentary Tucson Airport shuttle is available to ranch guests. It is offered when a minimum of two persons stay a minimum of seven nights.


