Located about 60 miles north of Tucson, Arizona, tucked away from the public eye, lies the abandoned structures of a once-magnificent place known as the 96 Ranch.
Much of the history of the ranch has been lost over the years and few details are remain, except that it once held livestock.
These days, the decaying buildings - including a home, barn, storage facilities, and windmill - sit exposed to the hot desert sun, slowly being reclaimed by nature.
The ranch was magnificent, but the beautiful drive out to this location was even better.
Winding through mountains, watching roadrunners speeding across the roads, and witnessing the desert in its pristine beauty was awe-inspiring.
The road was definitely the one less traveled: rocky, dusty, and full of adventure.
The buildings at the ranch were in various states of decay.
The dwellings were structurally sound, and we were able to move from room to room to see the peeling paint, leftover kitchen cabinets, and the once-ornate molding.
Every turn, dip, and sidestep offered a different view of this sprawling compound.
The man-made cold storage shed, located far below the rest of the structures, can be accessed through a crumbling set of rock steps.
Despite the decay, there is no doubt that the unknown owners of this land once took great pride in their homestead.
These days, the only residents here are the thousands of swarming bees, cacti, and tumbleweeds that now call the 96 Ranch home.
Have you visited 96 Ranch? Do you know any details of its mysterious past? Share your stories in the comments!
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