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Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites

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Patagonia Lake State Park holds a small collection of boat-in campsites that sit directly on the water, accessible by paddlecraft or motorboat and, in the case of a few spots like site 38, by a short walk down a staircase from the parking lot. The lake is small by Arizona standards, but that scale is part of its character. As one returning camper put it, "Different ambiance than most AZ lakes." Sites here provide noticeably more separation from the main campground crowd than the standard tent areas, which is why many visitors who have been coming for years continue to book boat-in spots specifically.

The lake supports fishing, kayaking, and swimming, with a small marina on-site that rents watercraft for those who arrive without their own. A birding trail runs along the east end of the campground, with feeders that attract multiple hummingbird species. Goathead thorns are present throughout the area, so dog owners should take precautions. Cattle have also been reported wandering into campsites, particularly at night. Ants are common. Sites vary in levelness, and some reviewers have arrived to find fire pits full of ash and tables in need of cleaning, so it's worth contacting the park ahead of time if site condition matters to your trip.

Amenities include electric and water hookups, a dump station, showers, and drinking water. The Patagonia Lake State Park Campground is the adjacent main facility for those who want a more conventional setup. Campers interested in campsites near Patagonia Lake State Park will find a range of options across the surrounding area. The lake books up quickly on weekends and holidays. Bring your own firewood, as collecting wood on-site is not permitted.

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Map & DirectionsPatagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites is located in Arizona near Rio Rico

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Public Campground

Address

400 Patagonia Lake Road
Nogales, AZ 85621

Coordinates

31.4960381477466 N
110.855790918899 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites

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Many campers appreciated the spacious, private boat-in sites and clean facilities at this lake campground. Several guests observed excellent privacy compared to main camping areas, though occasional site preparation issues were noted.

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Reviewed Mar. 4, 2026

Relaxing Stay

Good birding trail at the far end of the East Campground. Enjoyed kayaking Patagonia Lake. Beautiful sunsets!

Only negatives.... Many sites aren't very level and watch out for the nasty goatheads thorns, especially if you have a dog.

Site25 and 30
Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites by Ken M., March 4, 2026
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2025

Beautiful clean campground

Az parks does it again. A top notch campground. Most sites are within 100 yards of lake. Mix of rv and tent sites. No sewer hookup at site but do have water and power and a dump station. Nice trails to walk. One has bird feeders and hummingbird feeders where we enjoyed many species.

Site77
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Apr. 22, 2021

Expensive site needs to be cleaned more often

When we arrived I wish the park rangers would have been more Informative on where to park, boat ramps, FIREWOOD, things to help out people who have never been. We had a great campsite that we boated to and camped which we loved. Company wasn’t as friendly as expected people would come in and fish right at our campsite, we didn’t mind but just be prepared people are not as warm and inviting to a simple hello. I wish when we arrived that the site was cleaned up. Trash was over full the table was extremely dirty and the fire pit was filled with so much ash we had to shovel it out just to utilize the pit. I get it but dang we paid over $65 dollars to camp for a dirty site not my favorite but it was beautiful! It’s a busy lake so be sure to book ahead best of luck. Bring your own wood because you can’t collect wood at the sites which we found out. Oops. Also hope your prepared to have company we had a couple of cows and a bull at our site and scared the crap out of us and the dogs had a hard time sleeping. To be honest Mo (which I named our cow) made things interesting through the night. Great memories.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites by Kelly K., April 22, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 29, 2020

Nice escape, nice drive

We have camped here for probably close to 20 years. Always at a boat in site because there is very little privacy in the main tent camping area. At a Boat site you, the kids and the dog can all be loud. It’s a small lake but worth the drive to escape the heat to fish, float, boat, hike or hang out at the camp. Has a small marina with rentals. Hot as hell in the summer but the water is there. Watch out for ants, they are everywhere.

Reviewed Oct. 30, 2018

Perfect Little Oasis in the Southwest

Even when it's busy, it's not overwhelmingly so. Visit the beach, walk the bridge, rent a boat, or fish the lake during your camping trip. I love this place. Different ambiance than most AZ lakes. Plenty of RV parking or for tent campers preferring privacy, make sure to book a boat-in site. If you book early enough, you can snag site 38! It's technically a boat-in site but you can park in the parking lot and walk a short distance down the stairs to your own private little area. Of course, you'll have passersby looking for a great fishing spot or just walking the lake but otherwise this is your best bet for privacy without actually having a boat. Bathrooms and showers have always been clean during my trips. Convenient store always had necessities and ice cream cones to top it off. There is cell phone service but check your roaming! At times service providers will detect your in Mexico! I love this place.

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  • Review photo of Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites by Audrey R., October 30, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites has water hookups.

Are fires allowed at Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and excellent coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Patagonia Lake State Park Boat-In Campsites?

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