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.
Santa at the Park!
Patagonia Lake State Park
Saturday, December 20, 2025 1-4 p.m.
Santa will be available for pictures with everyone at the Visitors Center. He'll also host cake walks for the kids. Santa's elves will have tables for ornament-making and they will give free boat rides.
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-Sunday
Discovery/Bird Watching Boat Tours at Patagonia
Experience a boat tour around Patagonia Lake! Discover the history, vegetation, and overwhelming beauty of the surrounding area.
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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.
