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Triangle T Guest Ranch

4190 Dragoon Rd, Dragoon, Arizona 85609-9600 USA

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TRIANGLE T IS RENOWNED FOR........... Apache Chieftain, Cochise, and his band used the ranch as a winter camp for many generations. The ranch also holds a centuries-old sacred ceremonial location among the boulders, complete with petroglyphs and rock carvings. Many diplomats and dignitaries including President John F. Kennedy, General John J. Pershing, and Dr. Leon T. Silver, a director of NASA (who had his Cal Tech geology students complete their thesis at the ranch each summer) were among the ranch's distinguished guests. A fairly well preserved brochure (c. 1930) found in one of the cabin walls in 1996 lists as references the home addresses of the Rockefellers, the Vanderbilt's, and other contemporary socialites. Notable artists, musicians, and writers have been inspired while working at the ranch and have included their impressions of the area in their work. Paul Scott Mowrer, the first poet laureate of New Hampshire, wrote "Texas Canyon, Arizona - A Writer Fantasy" in his well-known "Book of Poems." Others include: Philip T. Drotning, prolific writer, humanitarian and historian, honored by 5 presidents for his contributions to society; Francis Lee Jacques - wildlife artist; Olive Ewing Clapper; Walter Collins O'Kane; Lillian Smith and Larry Lewis, to name a few. In 1927, it came into the hands of Metta Tutt, the result of a daughter with TB requiring a warm, dry climate, and was named the Triangle T for "Tutt". Since then, the Triangle T has been the site of many historical events.  It was the center of intrigue during World War II. The subsequent rumors that high-rankingJapanese officials were detained at the ranch were recently confirmed by award-winning author Jane Eppinga, after years of exhaustive research and the lifting of the 50-year moratorium on classified information. Details of the incarceration of the world's "most wanted" war criminals are now available in the library at the Triangle T.During World War II, the Japanese ambassador to Hawaii, along with his entourage of 22 adults, 15 children and a Japanese spy were covertly moved from Pearl Harbor to the Triangle T, and interned there.  Later the Japanese prisoners were exchanged for American prisoners.  The immediate area has served as the location for many motion pictures and television productions including the TV series, "Young Guns," and the movies, "Geronimo" and "Tombstone." Western films featuring John "Duke" Wayne "Duel in the Sun" with Gregory Peck, and the film "3:10 to Yuma," which starred Glen Ford and Van Heflin, were filmed on location at the Triangle T, as were some of the original Lone Ranger movies. Many of the landmarks and locations are still visible and accessible, evoking a feeling of the Old West as portrayed in these western films. More recently, the ranch was the site of a television production by Kenny Rogers, "Psychic Kids" filmed by A&E TV, and filming of the final scenes of "To Kill a Memory"  with Kix Brooks.

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Reviews of Triangle T Guest Ranch

13 people have reviewed this location

Ratings Summary

4.8 Access
4.7 Location
4.3 Cleanliness
4.0 Site Quality
4.5 Noise

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Verizon 4G/5G

Confirmed by 8 users | Last reported on May 06, 2024

AT&T 4G

Confirmed by 4 users | Last reported on October 28, 2021

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Confirmed by 2 users | Last reported on October 28, 2021
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Reviewed by
lamerex4

  • 20 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
December 16, 2019
Rated

If you are a Western movie buff, you will enjoy the setting and the history here. It is close to I-10 but the boulders muffle the traffic noise. The ranch host met us at the gate and welcomed us warmly. We stayed overnight and just hooked up to electric. Roads inside of the ranch were pretty rough due to recent heavy rainfall. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening walk-about. The night sky was spectacular. Sunrise on the boulders was beautiful.

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Nightly Rate: $50.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 14

5 Access
3 Location
3 Cleanliness
3 Site Quality
4 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

Verizon 4G

Reviewed by
careyportnoy

  • 60 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
April 20, 2020
Rated

Stayed with our dog 2 nights during the pandemic. It's like camping on an old abandoned western movie set. Interesting history though, and beautiful surroundings with boulders that remind you of Joshua Tree Nat. Mon. Many trails to take, but roads are sandy dirt like walking on a hard beach.
Horse trailers show up on weekends to hit the trails and it can get pretty busy. The 4 electric sites are in a big dirt area N of the Welcome center, with 4 30A boxes. Near the entrance area there are the $50 sites that also have water and sewer connections. Unfortunately, those who camped there brought their ATV's so they could disturb the quiet peacefulness and kick up dirt everywhere. The manager also like to scout the area every hour, so just plan on the day being noisy and nights quiet, but with distant roar of the Interstate.

If clear with no moon, the night is very dark and good for Milky Way photos.

There's really no rules for this place and dogs seem to go without a leash, so be aware. The sites are way to expensive for what you get (or don't get). One of the cabin's might be the better way to go if you have the bucks. They should charge 40 for the full sites and 30 for the electric only and maybe 25 for boondocking, of which there are a lot of nice spots around the property.

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Nightly Rate: $42.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: 4

5 Access
5 Location
3 Cleanliness
2 Site Quality
3 Noise

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AT&T 4G

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Reviewed by
Campendium

June 20, 2020
Rated

This was my first RV camping experience and it was great. I was the only one on site at the time of my arrival. Short drive off the freeway. Close to a gas station for the next days fuel up. Quiet for such close access to the freeway. Very clean. Pads have generous room and set you up for a great view anywhere you park. Expansive views of the stars at night. Nice hiking and site seeing. I was very pleased with the experience. Price is a little high but beats a hotel stay. Happy trails!

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This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $50.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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AT&T 4G

  • 12 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
February 18, 2021
Rated

There are a plethora of amenities: restaurant/saloon, pool/jacuzzi, full hook-ups, wedding venues, a set from "3:10 to Yuma," a rock labyrinth, casitas for those friends that don't camp, hiking, laundry and our favorite - horseback riding!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time here hiking around the property, climbing rocks, playing in the snow and riding horses.

A storm was coming through so we moved from Whitewater Draw to the ranch so that we would have electric hook-ups (the campsites are full hook-ups). The campsites are spacious with large rocks as a backdrop. The campground and accessible nature trails lent itself to feeling like we were at a State Park.

There were three other campers when we arrived. I think there were about eleven established campsites. We had a lovely afternoon exploring and that night the storm hit - six inches of snow! Two years ago the ranch had a dusting and twelve years ago they had a few inches, so this amount was pretty fun for all.

On our last morning we took a trail horseback ride with a good guide who knows the land, its history and the horses well. In the afternoon the horses roam the property, some coming near the rocks by camp. They are beautiful and uninterested in coming into the campground area. Be mindful of the horses when driving in.

The boulders provide a sound barrier so that we did not hear any road or highway noise. There are fire pits. You can get a big rig into the campground; I do not know if there is a limit, but there was a big Class A.

Benson is not far. We recommend Wild Dogs restaurant.

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roadtripper9825942 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $40.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: -

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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Verizon 4G

  • 61 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
April 04, 2021
Rated

I visited the Triangle T before I bought my current camper b/c I wanted to try the Saloon. It was closed but the owner greeted me, seemed friendly enough, and told me that after 15 years of owning the Triangle T, this might be the first year she actually breaks even. She seemed to like my 2 black pugs, and the setting seemed amazing. A couple weeks later, after I got my camper, I called her to book 2 nights. I reminded her of our meeting but she said she had no recollection of it. There was no friendliest really, just business. She told me several times that I had gotten the last full hookup site for Easter weekend. I arrived on Good Friday at about 4:45 pm. I followed the signs to the "Welcome Center," but there was no welcome to be had. Not a soul was in the welcome center, just a sign directing anyone wishing to check in to dial a number. I dialed the number, as the sign instructed, and was greeted by the Triangle T's long, meandering standard outgoing message anyone who calls the Triangle T receives. It's their general business number. I left a message that I was there to check in. I NEVER, not to the moment I type this, received a call back. I searched my email for my booked site, and proceeded there myself. There were no welcome packets, no maps of the property, absolutely nothing. Sadly, to top things off, I had a small flood in my camper causing my electrical outlets and propane not to work. I used the opportunity to experience the Triangle T's Saloon. The service there was just as bad. It was slow. After 20 minutes, I had to go to the counter to retrieve menus. When finally asked for my order and I requested a hamburger, only then was I told I had only two options...brisket or ribs. I ordered the brisket. After another eternal wait, the food arrived only luke warm. The next day, I explored the property a bit. It is beautiful and has so much potential. Regrettably, though, I now fully understand why after 15 years under current ownership it has yet to turn a profit.

As for the RV spots, the few full-hookup spots are fairly close together. The electric/water spots have more generous room. There also are places apparently that the property allows tent camping.

Sadly, I cannot recommend the Triangle T based on my experience and I won't return.

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Nightly Rate: $50.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 3

4 Access
5 Location
4 Cleanliness
2 Site Quality
3 Noise

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Verizon 4G

  • 118 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
May 08, 2021
Rated

The set up is fabulous with casitas, camp sites, and full hookups. This would be perfect for a family reunion, a wedding, or class reunion.
The pool area is fabulous.
Horseback riding trails and keep tours are also available.
We had a full RV hookup which worked beautifully.
The adventures are really endless from this location. We explored The Cochise Stronghold area,Tombstone, and just walks through the rocks.

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roadtripper9636701 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $74.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: 14

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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Reviewed by
Jon Rosa

  • 1 Review
  • 0 Helpful
October 28, 2021
Rated

I can’t say enough good about this park. The sites are scenic, the entire property is an historic landmark, and the staff are incredibly kind and helpful. We had to scramble for a night because of an overbooked site nearby, and we luckily stumbled across this great location. If you enjoy privacy, gorgeous views, and an old-west feel, I’d highly recommend Triangle T. We’ll be back!

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Nightly Rate: $55.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 7

4 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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Verizon 4G

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Reviewed by
Fabien

  • 46 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
February 27, 2023
Rated

We stayed there early February. Had a 32ft Class C towing a Jeep. Registration office was closed. Once engaged in the main area of the camping, we need to turn around to get to our site. VERY tight road, we had to retract one mirror to get through it. Some employees on site, they were nice and helpful. 30A connection on the post was upside down, so I used a dog bone and connected to the 50A. Water valve broke due to cold (below 30 F), but employees quickly repaired it.

The place itself is interesting, it is an old ranch with horses that they let free at times and they come visit us at our site. There is a saloon (bar+restaurant I think), but it was closed all week. A few short trails, and theoretically one trail leads to the Amerind Museum, however at the Museum they told us it is illegal to use this trail.

We visited a lot outside the campground, but when we were there, nothing seemed to be happening, nobody was around, no service really. To us, at $74, this place is well overpriced. I wouldn't have paid more than $35-40 for what we got.

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Nightly Rate: $74.00

Days Stayed: 5

Site Number: 12

5 Access
3 Location
3 Cleanliness
3 Site Quality
5 Noise

Reviewed by
saraboysen1

  • 36 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
March 03, 2024
Rated

We did one night here with a planned 1 hour horse ride. Registration office was closed but the sign at entrance was very clear to call upon arrival. Kevin also met us in a golf cart and helped get us to our site. It was disappointing that the office was closed because I could see a display set up about the history of the place and would have liked to read it. Very beautiful property to explore however facilities needed some love. The bar, pool and hot tub were not open. It seems they open for events only. So it seems a bit overpriced for no facilities. Even laundry room only had one w/d. Our trail ride was simply amazing. Breathtaking views and a great guide.

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saraboysen1 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $70.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 11

5 Access
5 Location
4 Cleanliness
4 Site Quality
5 Noise

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Verizon 5G

  • 1 Review
  • 0 Helpful
May 06, 2024
Rated

Stayed 3 nights early May. Full hook up site 4A for our 25 foot motorhome in front of large boulder. If you like geology you will love the amazing boulders and balanced rocks. Several Hollywood movie sets on site. Only one other friendly camper. Peaceful and quiet. Owner Linda and staff very friendly. Nice trails leading from campsites. One trail has tunnel under I-10 for cattle. Must visit Amerind Indian museum next to property and nearby Chiracahua hoodoo area. Good facility for reunions using several nice casitas on-site. Would definitely stay again.

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roadtripper7208592 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $50.00

Days Stayed: 3

Site Number: 4

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

Verizon 5G

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Triangle T Guest Ranch

4190 Dragoon Rd
Dragoon, Arizona
85609-9600 USA
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