The Sonoita Creek State Natural Area Visitor Center will be closed until mid-November 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.
Discovery/Bird Watching Boat Tours at Patagonia
Patagonia Lake State Park
Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. | 10:15 a.m. | 11:30 a.m.
Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791
Saturdays and Sundays through mid-March 2026.
9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour
10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour
11:30 a.m. Lake Discovery Tour
Saturdays Twilight Tour TBD - check with the office for times
Note: Pets are not allowed on board tours or bird hikes.
MORE EVENTS
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Fridays (November - April)
Guided Bird Walk at Sonoita Creek and Patagonia Lake
Join us for a ranger led hike to learn about the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025
Santa at the Park!
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
Music in the Desert with Steve Jones
Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Patagonia Lake State Park.
