Patagonia Lake is at an elevation of 3,760 feet in Patagonia Lake State Park.

The lake has 260 surface acres. Patagonia lake is maintained and owned by Arizona State Parks.

The lake was created by damming up Sonoita Creek and is 2.5 miles long and is tucked into the rolling grasslands of Sonoita Valley..

Largemouth bass are available to the angler. Other species found in the lake are channel catfish, crappie or bluegill.

Patagonia Lake State Park has a high elevation of 4000 feet and as such should not experience the harsh desert climate of low elevation sites. However, during the summer months visitors can still expect very hot temperatures with afternoon thunderstorms possible especially in July and August. Daytime high temperatures can exceed 95 degrees. Winter brings moderate temperatures to the low elevations, with cool days and cool to cold nights. Winter is a good time to experience these normally snow free areas. Fall and spring are transitional periods and can also be nice times to visit these desert regions. Be prepared for cool temperatures at higher elevations and dress in layers for your travels in this state of varying climates.

Patagonia Lake State Park is located in southeast Arizona, not far from the Mexican border. Entry to the park is from State Highway 82 between Patagonia and Nogales.

For more information, Patagonia Lake State Park - Phone: 520-287-6965.

Lake Amenities Interested in locating a marina, tackle store, restaurant or lodging at a particular lake? Check here for featured locations.

Recent Reports

Post a Report

Name: Drew	Date: 2006-05-29
Location: Tucson	E-Mail: aoseman@cox.net
Water Teamp: 72	Water Clarity: 3
Report: Fished the creek side of the lake and the water was pretty muddy, did not get bit. Went to ash canyon and the water was a litter clearer, but produced no fish at around 6:30 moved to the dam and started stick'n um. Buzz bait and then flippin the tullies.
Tips: Make sure to throw your buzz bait as close as you can to the bank. Flip the rocks with a crawfish type bait.