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The Sonoita Creek State Natural Area Visitor Center will be closed until mid-November for maintenance.

 

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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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 person): $10.00
Per vehicle (2-4 people): $20.00
Individual/bicycle: $5.00

Camping fees: 
Primitive hike-in site: $25

 

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