If tourists truly want to see Tombstone, you need to visit Ringo’s Grave, too. It’s a must-see.
A lonely place, dark and sullen under a giant five-stemmed blackjack oak. You might not believe in Old West lore, but you are heedful when you approach it.

It’s the place where John Ringo died. The tree where he supposedly shot himself in the head with his Colt .45, ending an apparently troubled life.

In front of the tree on the west side of Turkey Creek near the Chiricahua Mountain foothills is a body-length cairn with a scratch-worded epitaph:

“The remains of this noted gunman and outlaw lie here . . . A coroner’s jury reported the death to be suicide, and Ringo was buried on the spot. There were others who viewed the body and maintained that the July 13, 1882 death of Ringo was murder.”

Ringo the legend has had more extravagant claims about him than Wyatt Earp, Billy the Kid, Wild Bill Hickok, Jesse James and Buffalo Bill combined, writes author Jack Burrows in “John Ringo: The Gunfighter Who Never Was.”

There is a feeling he was “a coward and a backshooter,” Duhanich says. “But he did stand up to Doc Holliday.”

Area newspapers, including those in Tucson, bought the Ringo myth of him being a deadly gunslinger, but the closest he apparently came to killing anyone was when he got mad at a guy in a Safford bar who declined his offer of whiskey for a beer. Ringo shot him point-blank, but hit only his ear.

His judged suicide may be the most compelling story. He was cradled in the tree, the rifle placed carefully against it, boots hanging nearby on his saddle. And he was partially scalped.

One rumor was Wyatt Earp was after him. But the close range angle of the bullet to the right temple clearly indicated the wound was self-inflicted.

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24 May - 25 May

"We had the best time ! Alex and Lettie are the best host ! Property was clean , we really want to do another stay , we highly recommend this property! "

"It was such a clean, comforting, and welcoming environment. Although we only stayed for one night, we wish we stayed longer. It was a great time in a great place."

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"A clean and cozy stay in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown Tombstone."

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13 May - 14 May

"It was nice to be so close to the main street of Tombstone. "

"The family they owned the talcum is very friendly. The reveal was super well stocked, it had even you could want or need. Very quiet and peaceful. Prefect location if you want to visit Chiricahua. It's minutes from the entrance to the national monument! Highly recommend!"

"My second time at this property was as good as the first. Location, cleanliness and communication were all top rated. "

SAR 759 total

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12 May - 13 May

"Unique and fun little place to stay. The property was exactly as described. Comfy bed. Would recommend. "

SAR 394 total

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16 May - 17 May

"Property was clean and quiet. Owner was very responsive and pleasant. "

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12 May - 13 May

"The location is perfect if you are visiting these parks! The accommodations are superb! Peaceful and serene! Great sunset!"

"The cottage itself was very clean, well stocked and very comfortable.Lettie the Manager was very sweet and accomodating. We really enjoyed staying there. The location of the property although well fenced for privacy is in a residential area which we were not expecting. With that said it is 3 blocks from main Tumbstone. "

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"This was our second time staying at the Monument Ranch, The staff is pleasant and welcoming. You feel like you are in another time and place, and yet only a short drive from our home in Tucson. The hot tub under the stars was a perfect way to end the day. If your package has the option for breakfast, you should include it. However, we added on the three-course dinner, which was mediocre at best. The entree choices were chicken breast or salmon. Both were under seasoned and over-cooked. We are looking forward to staying at the ranch again."

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"The royal tents are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The facility has good food, beer and wine. Also a coffee shop. Convenient location for visiting Willcox area wineries and for day trips to Chiricahua National Monument, Fort Bowie Historical Site, Bisbee, and Douglas. Will definitely return."

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"Lettie was a great host! She made sure we were comfortable and was easy to communicate with even when we needed to reach her by phone. Cute room/apartment, had everything we needed for our trip, including a kitchen. Property was clean & safe neighborhood for walking outside during nighttime. Property is within walking distance to many of the popular spots in Tombstone. Happy we stayed here!"

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