However, Patagonia Lake State Park is a lush environment known to attract many species of animals. In 90 minutes, you can set up camp at a location fit for birdwatching, boating, fishing ...

PHOENIX — Arizona’s fourth most popular state park will reach its 50th anniversary next Tuesday. Patagonia Lake State Park, which sits around 11 miles northwest of the border city of Nogales ...

Patagonia Lake State Park sits about 80 miles south of Tucson ... only be accessed by boat (and have a lot of privacy), great fishing, and some fantastic opportunities for birders.

That being said, Patagonia has a lot going for it, with nice, private campgrounds (including little islands you can reserve all to yourselves), boat rentals and gorgeous, panoramic views.