If spelunking is something you fancy, don’t miss the extraordinary Kartchner Caverns. Discovered by Randy Tufts and Gary Tenen, the caverns are open to the public and offer exquisite formations, including stately totems and cave rafts (small pools with floating […]
Birdwatchers and nature lovers will find much to do at Parker Canyon Lake. At 5,375 feet in elevation, the lake is tucked into rolling hills covered with grasses and oak trees and surrounded by distant mountains. 132-acres are stocked rainbow […]
Join the Raven’s-Way Wild Journeys for exciting Nature Adventures and diverse Sky Islands Tours in Arizona’s majestic Sky Islands – an area that hosts more biodiversity than any other comparable area in the U.S. Here, a myriad of birds, mammals, […]
Surrounded by grassy, oak-dotted hills, some of which are topped with bluffs of limestone, Peña Blanca Lake is a popular recreation spot for visitors from both Nogales, Arizona and Mexico, just across the border. A mountain lake located at around […]
Borderlands Restoration Network (BRN) works to rebuild watersheds, restore habitats, and reconnect land and people in the Arizona/Sonora borderlands. With only 4% of Arizona’s historic rivers flowing, rebuilding watersheds is a critical component to protect all life in the Sky […]
World renown by birding enthusiasts, Patagonia also attracts hundreds of colorful butterfly species which migrate through the area during the warmer months. Built with generous donations from local citizens and organizations, the Patagonia Butterfly Garden, located on the south side […]
When you arrive at Patagonia Lake State Park, a man-made lake, you won’t believe you are in Arizona. Hiking trails, rental boats, campground, day use area and picnic ramadas await you in the Park, which also offers beach access and […]
The Patagonia Area Resource Alliance (PARA) is a volunteer group of community members dedicated to protecting and preserving the Patagonia, AZ area. PARA is a Watchdog organization that critically monitors the activities of industries, such as mining corporations, and the […]
In years gone by, the town park or town square was a gathering place. A place where festivals were held, music played from the gazebo, and young lovers held hands. In Patagonia, it still is. With its charming gazebo and columns, […]
A southern Arizona oasis for boating, fishing and birding Story credit goes to Scott Craven of the Arizona Republic When the sign suddenly pops up along a two-lane highway carved through Arizona’s wine country, you wonder if it’s a mistake. […]
A trip to Patagonia would not be complete without a visit to the Paton Center for Hummingbirds. Dedicated to the celebration and conservation of hummingbirds—and all of southeast Arizona’s astounding biodiversity—through recreation, education, and sustainable living. The Patons Wally and […]
Mountain biking in the Mountain Empire varies from groomed dirt roads to technical single track. Here are three scenic rides you might like to try. Harshaw Loop This is an easy 13 mile loop that includes pavement and dirt road. […]
The Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve is one of Santa Cruz County’s most sought after birding hot spots. Owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy, it is actually one of the best bird-watching havens in the Southwest. This lush riparian area provides […]
Just three miles outside of Patagonia is one several places in the area to access to the historic Arizona Trail, which runs Mexico to Utah. Take Harshaw Road east of Patagonia about 3 miles, until you see the Arizona Trail […]
Article written by Dina Mishev and published by Arizona Guide No matter if you’re new to birding or are an avid birder looking to check rare species off your life list, Patagonia is your place. It’s not just because birds outnumber people in Patagonia […]
This hike is moderately difficult. The trail is the service road to the fire lookout station on the summit of Red Mountain. In years past, this was no doubt one of many mining roads in the Patagonia Mountains, but in […]
One of the most beautiful areas to explore on the outskirts of Patagonia is Temporal Canyon which lies to the north between the town and the approach to Mount Wrightson. Take 1st Avenue off Highway 82 just west of the […]
This 2.1 mile loop hike is close to downtown Patagonia and takes about an hour, It is an ideal “before-breakfast walk” for anyone staying at the local hotel or bed and breakfast lodgings. Your route follows reasonably level back roads […]