Archives: Member Ranches

Elkhorn Ranch

Tucson, Arizona

Fifty-one miles southwest of Tucson, in its own valley where mountains and desert meet, lies the Elkhorn Ranch. Here, since 1945, four generations of the Miller family have owned and operated the ranch, offering exceptional riding and hiking and comfortable living for its guests.

Season: Fall - Spring

Guest Capacity: 32

• Horseback riding
• Hiking (guided or on your own)
• Bird and wildlife watching
• Heated swimming pool
• Tennis and pickleball
• Pingpong, shuffleboard, horseshoe outdoor games
• Library, games, puzzles
• Specialty workshop weeks

Rancho de la Osa

Sasabe, Arizona

Rancho de la Osa is Arizona’s most historic ranch. Ride the trails frequented by U.S. Presidents, movie stars, and other dignitaries. Learn to sort cattle as ranchers have for generations. Explore Native American ruins, the U.S.-Mexico border, or the neighboring 120,000 acres of National Wildlife Refuge.

Season: Fall - Spring

Guest Capacity: 40

Activities: 

• Horseback Riding
• Cattle Work
• Shooting
• Archery
• Hiking
• UTV Guided Tours
• Birdwatching

Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch

Mesa, Arizona

Saguaro Lake Ranch sits on the banks of the Salt River in the shadow of the Bulldog Cliffs offering sun-filled days, exciting adventures, star-lit nights and good company to create a vacation that will live long in the memory. Panoramic views of wilderness made famous by the writings of Zane Grey and outdoor activities to suit everyone, make the ranch a true oasis in the Sonoran Desert.

Season: Year Round

Guest Capacity: 50

Activities:

• Horseback Riding
• Kayaking & Paddle Boarding
• Tubing & Rafting
• Hiking & Trail Running
• Mountain Biking
• Fishing
• Bird Watching
• Stargazing

Sprucedale Guest Ranch

Alpine, Arizona

Sprucedale Guest Ranch is a glimpse of heaven on earth. This family-owned, working ranch provides all the ingredients for good old-fashioned family time. Pull-on your boots, and mount a horse for a thrilling ride through pine-covered mountains flowing with trout-filled streams. Then watch a million stars flicker their approval on the day you spent reconnecting with those you love.

Season: Summer - Fall

Guest Capacity: 50

Activities:

• Cow Milking
• Training Rides
• Advanced Rides
• Lopping Rides
• Gymkhana Rodeo
• Colt Leading
• Western Dancing
• Hay Ride
• Bonfire
• Skit & Talent Night