Lonely Dell Ranch at Lee’s Ferry, Arizona

From the 1870s to the 1890s, this ranch was home to the families who operated Lees Ferry They needed to be self-sufficient and grew food for themselves and their animals. It was hard labor and a difficult challenge but the Lees, Johnsons, Emmets, and others made a good life here. The original buildings have been preserved by the National Park Service.

From the parking area, the main ranch buildings are only about 700 feet ahead. The pioneer cemetery and the Paria Canyon trail are a quarter mile further up the road. The complete self-guided tour is about one mile, round trip. There are picnic tables and shade trees at the ranch. If it is a hot day, take plenty of drinking water with you. The only restroom is here at the parking lot.

Located at Lee’s Ferry, Arizona