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Phone lines for Sonoita Creek are currently down. Please call Patagonia Lake for information: 520-287-6965.

 

Guided Bird Walks and Boat Tours will resume in October. Please check back for updates.

ABOUT THE PRESERVE

Sonoita Creek State Natural Area is located in Santa Cruz County downstream from Patagonia Lake State Park along lower Sonoita Creek, a perennial tributary of the Santa Cruz River.

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Programs & Events

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TRAILS

Twenty miles of trails are available for hiking and eight miles of trails are shared with equestrians.

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Visitor Center

Daily: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

(Closed Mondays)


Note: Sonoita Creek State Natural Area entrance gates are open 4:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Park Entrance Fees

Pay at Patagonia Lake SP entrance station
Per vehicle (1-4 Adults):$15-$20
Individual: $3

Camping fees: 
Primitive hike-in site: $17

 

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