Patagonia Lake State Park

Patagonia Lake State Park is a protected area with a lake surrounded by hills and native plants in southeastern Arizona. The grounds cover about 2,600 acres (1,050 hectares) and include a marina, campground, and trails that wind through and around the shoreline.

The lake and facilities were built in 1967 by the Lake Patagonia Recreation Association and then handed over to Arizona State Parks in 1974. This transfer shifted the site from private stewardship to public management.

The park is a meeting place for people who enjoy outdoor activities and gather for fishing trips or bird observation sessions. Visitors from across the region come here to share these pursuits together.

The park offers boat rentals at the marina, campsites with electrical hookups, and guided bird-watching walks from November through April. The best time to visit is winter through spring when bird populations are most diverse.

A section of Sonoita Creek runs through the park, supporting over 300 bird species, including many rare and migratory types. This water source makes the spot widely known among birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts from around the world.

Location: Arizona

Inception: 1974

Website: https://azstateparks.com/patagonia-lake

GPS coordinates: 31.49390,-110.85400

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02