National Historic Landmark

Sierra Bonita Ranch

Bonita, Graham County, Arizona
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
66000181

About this property

The Sierra Bonita Ranch, founded in 1872 by Henry C. Hooker, is one of the oldest cattle ranches in the United States and the ranch buildings have been designated a National Historic Landmark. It was the first permanent American cattle ranch in Arizona. Hooker bought neighboring ranches until his operation became the largest ranch in Arizona, totaling 800 square miles (2,100 km2), or about 30 by 27 miles (48 by 43 km). It is located in Sulphur Springs Valley about 27 miles (43 km) north of present-day Willcox, Arizona. The modern ranch is much smaller but is still operational and owned by Jesse Hooker Davis, the sixth generation to live and work on the ranch.

Location

Bonita, Graham County, Arizona
32.51102, -110.03993

Categories

AGRICULTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Questions about this property

When was Sierra Bonita Ranch listed on the National Register?

Sierra Bonita Ranch was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Sierra Bonita Ranch?

Sierra Bonita Ranch is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Sierra Bonita Ranch a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Sierra Bonita Ranch has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Sierra Bonita Ranch?

The period of significance for Sierra Bonita Ranch is recorded as the industrial era.

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