Lake

Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia, Arizona

A 250 acre desert lake with a swim beach, camping and excellent birding.

Cost
Paid
Time to allow
4 hours

A calm reservoir in the grasslands near the Mexican border, popular with boaters, anglers and birders. There is a sand swim beach and shaded picnic areas. Nearby Patagonia and Tubac make good day extras.

Good to know

  • Summer swim, winter birds
  • Book camping ahead
  • Combine with the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve
Best time
April to October
Open
All year
Getting there
State Route 82, 7 miles south of Patagonia
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Showers
  • Toilets

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