Hofer Ranch
Also known as Ballou Ranch, Ben Haven
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About the district
Hofer Ranch, at 11248 S. Turner Ave., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jul 8, 1993. It was among the first 3 of Ontario’s 5 listings. The Register lists it for its agriculture and architecture, at the local level. The district takes in 9 historic buildings. The listing covers 5.1 acres.
What it isHuman settlement in Ontario, California, United States of America. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 50 MB · National Archives↗Finding Hofer Ranch
11248 S. Turner Ave., Ontario
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of Hofer Ranch
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about Hofer Ranch
Is Hofer Ranch on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Jul 8, 1993 (Register number 93000596).
Is Hofer Ranch a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; California has 141 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Mission Inn, 13 miles away.
Can you visit Hofer Ranch?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Hofer Ranch?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 50 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 123860764 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.