Due to construction, the beach restroom will be closed until April 2025. Portable restrooms will be available.
On Wednesday, March 12, the visitor center and campground launch will be closed due to construction. Hiking passes can be obtained at the entrance station.
Construction at Patagonia Lake State Park will be underway through spring 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!
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.

Boat Tours
$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under)
Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791
Saturdays and Sundays through March 16, 2025
$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under)
9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour
10:15 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour
11:30 a.m. Discovery Tour
Saturdays Twilight Tour (times are to be determined)
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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May 17, 2025
Mariachi Festival
Welcome back to this popular area event! Join us to enjoy a day of international mariachi dancing and bands. Local food and wine vendors and activities for the kids are all part of this fun event.