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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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Inn History Tombstone

10/10 Excellent

"Clean beautiful room! Comfortable bed:) The staff in the hotel were all friendly and helpful! Just an amazing stay! We will stay here again! "

Tombstone Grand Hotel, a Baymont by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is in a great condition. The lobby is lovely decorated. Room is spacious and well-kept. Water pressure is good as well. Pool area is open even in colder weather. Breakfast room is never crowded with decent hot food options. We really enjoyed staying here. "

Comfortable, Quiet, and Remote Studio On A Working Ranch In Southern Arizona

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect spot for a getaway and be able to enjoy the beauty of Chiricahua National Monument minutes from your location. The room was spotless, the beds were comfortable, and the amenities were beyond compare. I would recommend this location without any hesitation!"

Scenic Birders & MTN Delight 25ACRE Ranch 735WK~ 3 Ghost Town 3 Natl Parks Wi-Fi

10/10 Excellent

"This well-appointed place was perfectly comfortable for 2 friends traveling together. It had everything we needed to enjoy "a home away from home," plus dark skies for stargazing, bird feeders and seed to attract feathered friends, and quiet surroundings for R&R. The hosts were instantly responsive when I texted to ask them to turn up the heat, and we appreciated their attentive hospitality."

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