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Elvis's Circle G Ranch: A 'Comeback' Sanctuary
5 Sep
Summary
- Elvis Presley purchased a 163-acre ranch in Mississippi in February 1967.
- The ranch served as a private retreat during his 'Comeback Phase'.
- Elvis sold Circle G Ranch in May 1969, later reacquiring and selling it again.
Elvis Presley purchased a 163-acre ranch near Horn Lake, Mississippi, on February 22, 1967. This property, known as Circle G Ranch, provided a private retreat from his demanding career.
The ranch became a crucial element of Elvis's 'Comeback Phase,' spanning from 1967 to 1969. Away from Hollywood, he found a more ordinary routine, riding horses and socializing with Priscilla, family, and friends.
Married in May 1967, Elvis and Priscilla spent time at the ranch, which featured a house, stables, a lake, and a bridge. It offered an informal setting distinct from Graceland.
Elvis sold Circle G Ranch to a gun club in May 1969. After the club defaulted, he reacquired it in May 1972 before selling it again later that year. The ranch was designated a National Historic Place in 2019, recognizing its role in Elvis's life during a pivotal career transition.
