Sonoita Creek State Natural Area

Arizona State Park · Santa Cruz County

Entrance fee$20–$25 / vehicle
CountySanta Cruz
CampingYes
RV hookupsPrimitive only
DirectionsOfficial Arizona State Parks pagePark map

About Sonoita Creek State Natural Area

A perennial stretch of lower Sonoita Creek below Patagonia Lake, whose water supports uncommon plants and an extraordinary species list — 106 birds, more than 130 butterflies, 49 dragonflies and damselflies. Twenty miles of trail cross it, eight of them shared with riders.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

RV / campsite hookups

Camping options

Entrance fee

$20–$25 per vehicle; $5 per person on foot or bicycle — Pay at Patagonia Lake SP entrance station *Your fee covers entrance to both Patagonia Lake and the State Natural Area Per vehicle (1-4 adults) Monday-Thursday: $20 Per vehicle (1-4 adults) Fridays-Sundays and holidays: $25 Individual/bicycle: $5 Camping fees: Primitive hike-in site: $25 Visitors are required to obtain a pass and pay at the main gate. Annual pass holders must check in at the main gate. VIEW PARK & TRAIL MAP FIND A PARK

Contact

Phone520-287-2791

Address400 Lake Patagonia Rd, Patagonia, AZ 85624

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