One of California’s most iconic luxury ranch resorts is celebrating a milestone eight decades in the making. Alisal Ranch in Solvang officially marks its 80th anniversary this summer. Limited-edition guest experiences, artisan collaborations, commemorative merchandise and a beautifully illustrated history book celebrate generations of Western hospitality in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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First welcoming guests on July 16, 1946, the historic 10,500-acre working ranch has become one of California’s most beloved destinations for horseback riding, fly-fishing, outdoor adventure and family traditions. This anniversary year brings together the property’s rich heritage with new experiences designed exclusively for guests.

What travelers should know

• Artisan ceramic mugs will launch later this summer
• The 1946 Legacy Package accommodates six adults
• The Chapter & Hearth Dinner takes place Nov. 8
• Anniversary merchandise and beer are available now

Rather than simply celebrating its history, Alisal Ranch is giving visitors new ways to experience it. From an ultra-luxury anniversary package to handcrafted keepsakes and special dining events, the celebration offers travelers unique experiences that won’t be available after the anniversary year.

The 1946 Legacy Package

The centerpiece of the anniversary celebration is the exclusive 1946 Legacy Package, a two-night luxury getaway priced at $19,460 in honor of the ranch’s opening year.

Designed for six adults, the experience includes:

• Two nights in the private Jackson House
• Daily breakfast, dinner and beverages
• Private candlelight dinner in the historic library
• Wild at Dusk: Birds & Bourbon falconry and whiskey tasting
• Sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Santa Ynez Valley
• Private horseback ride
• Western hat bar experience
• Three signed copies of the commemorative history book
• Magnum bottle from a local winery

A celebration of Western traditions

The anniversary festivities continue throughout the year with special experiences and limited-edition offerings.

Guests can attend the Chapter & Hearth Dinner on Nov. 8, featuring a haywagon ride to the historic Adobe, storytelling from local historians, cowboy poetry, live music and an outdoor Western cookout beneath the stars.

Beer lovers can also raise a glass with the new 1946 Alisal Beer, created in partnership with Goleta’s M.Special Brewing Co. The limited-edition American craft lager was brewed specifically to commemorate the ranch’s 80th anniversary.

Exclusive anniversary keepsakes

Visitors can also bring home a piece of Alisal history through the new 1946 Collection, featuring exclusive apparel, custom hats, cozy sweatshirts and family merchandise.

Additional anniversary releases include handcrafted artisan ceramic mugs created by Central Coast artists and a new commemorative coffee-table history book chronicling the ranch’s evolution from its 1843 roots through eight decades of Jackson family stewardship.

Filled with archival photography and stories from throughout the property’s history, the book offers a rare look at one of California’s most enduring luxury ranch destinations.

“Alisal Ranch has always been a place where generations come together to disconnect from the modern world and connect with the spirit of the American West,” says David Merklinger, general manager.

A California tradition eight decades strong

Today, Alisal Ranch remains known for horseback riding through rolling hills, fly-fishing on its private lake, championship golf, Western cuisine and luxury accommodations that blend rustic charm with upscale comfort.

The 80th anniversary celebration offers guests an opportunity to experience that legacy while enjoying exclusive experiences available only during this milestone year.

The anniversary merchandise, commemorative book and limited-edition beer are available now both at the ranch and online. For more information, visit alisalranch.com.