Saturday, October 25, 2025
Dusk
Get into the spooky spirit with trick-or-treating and decorate your campsite for Halloween!
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Due to low lake level, half of the marina boat launch and the complete campground boat launch is closed to trailered boats. Visitors may use the open half of the marina ramp at your own risk. Kayaks, paddle boards or canoes may launch behind the barricades.
Construction at Patagonia Lake State Park will be underway through summer 2025. We apologize for the inconvenience and construction-related noise. Thank you for your patience as we work to make Patagonia Lake State Park an even better destination for campers!
The Sonoita Creek State Natural Area Visitor Center will be closed for the September 8 until mid-October for maintenance.
Park gates will be open from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. All camping guests with reservations who will arrive after 10 p.m. must call the park before 4:30 p.m. to make arrangements.
Patagonia Lake State Park is subject to temporary mid-day closures due to park visitor capacity. Please plan accordingly and arrive early or call ahead.
Fish advisory in effect: ADEQ recommends that adults limit consumption of flathead catfish to 2.5 ounces (uncooked weight) per week and children 12 years of age and younger limit consumption to 2 ounces (uncooked weight) per month.
NO dogs allowed at beach day use area. Please use west day use area.
Programs & Events
Saturday, December 20, 2025
1-4 p.m.
Guess Who's Coming to Town? Join Patagonia Lake State Park in celebrating the season! Activities include ornament crafts, a cakewalk, and a campsite decoration contest! Plus, don't miss an appearance by Santa Claus himself!
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Fridays, February 13 and March 6, 2026
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Patagonia Lake State Park.
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Park and Facility Hours
Gates are closed from 10:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.
April - October
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Mon - Thu)
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Fri - Sat)
7:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Sun)
November - March
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (daily)
Visitor Center
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays
Park Store
Hours vary by season
Park Entrance Fee
Per vehicle (1-4 adults) Monday-Thursday: $20
Per vehicle (1-4 adults) Fridays-Sundays and holidays: $25
Individual/bicycle: $5
