Line drawing of the entrance to Rancho de la Osa's historic Cantina.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN HISTORIC ARIZONA

RANCHO DE LA OSA

Rancho de la Osa is Arizona’s most historic ranch. Ride the trails frequented by U.S. Presidents, movie stars and legendary figures like Pancho Villa. Explore Native American ruins, the U.S.-Mexico border, or the neighboring 120,000 acres of Buenos Aires Wildlife Refuge. We’re located less than a 1 ½ hour drive from Tucson in Sasabe, Arizona, in the high desert grasslands of the Sonoran Desert, with spectacular mountain views in every direction including the sacred Baboquivari Peak.

La Osa offers an unparalleled guest ranch experience with exceptional food and drink; unmatched hospitality from our staff; and different activities for you and your family to enjoy. Become a part of our storied history and join us for a truly unique vacation experience.

Two dude ranch guests stand under a saguaro cactus on horseback at Rancho de la Osa.

An Immersive Ranch Experience in Arizona’s Borderlands

ESCAPE TO THE DESERT

RELAX IN SOUTHWESTERN COLOR & CULTURE

Rancho de la Osa offers an unforgettable dude ranch experience you can enjoy at your own pace. Relax and unwind; and find yourself unplugging and reconnecting with yourself, your loved ones and the natural beauty around us.

The historic small dining room at Rancho de la Osa, outside Tucson, Arizona.
Rancho de la Osa's historic Hacienda in Southern Arizona.

eXPLORE THE HIGH DESERT

Rancho de la Osa offers horseback riding for all skill levels through sandy washes, over rocky terrain, past incredible rock formations, and through lush desert grasslands in the shadow of the iconic Baboquivari Mountains. Explore the historic area during Guided Off-Road UTV tours or on a hiking trail. And there’s plenty of space to relax with a cool drink in the Cantina or by the pool.

A group of horseback riders ride through Ocotillo during a dude ranch vacation.
A dude ranch guest rides in the desert full of ocotilo and flowers.

HISTORIC GUEST ROOMS

Everyone is treated like a VIP at Rancho de la Osa, but here’s your opportunity to stay in a room occupied by U.S. Presidents, Hollywood celebrities, famous authors and other dignitaries.

Cowboy boots and a hat sit in a guest room at an Arizona dude ranch.
A historic guest room at Rancho de la Osa.

AN IMMERSIVE HISTORIC EXPERIENCE

Rancho de la Osa is home to years of history highlighted in its buildings and colorful stories; and the surrounding landscape and borderlands.

A historic image of the courtyard at Rancho de la Osa in black and white.