Welcome to Patagonia, in the Mountain Empire. Comprised of the great grassland areas surrounded by Sky Islands, Patagonia has a vibriant community of residents, artists, craftsmen and great food. Patagonia is also prime birdwatching country. Please review the many posts on this city and read our page on the Mountain Empire.
Tucson to Wine Country & Back Via Box Canyon – A Day Trip
This is a very pleasant day trip from Tucson to the Wine Country of Sonoita & Elgin. When touring, we try not to back track and the route I suggest here takes you back through Box Canyon to Madera Canyon for a picnic, before heading back to Tucson via I-19 north of Green Valley.
Mining Patagonia, an Environmental Impact Video
In this video, residents of Patagonia, AZ express their concerns about proposed mines in the Patagonia Mountains. We think they have good reasons for concern.
Parker Canyon Lake
It took me only about an hour & a half to get to Parker Canyon Lake from Tucson. My friends were pulling a small trailer and it took them about a half hour longer. The road is paved but narrow for about the last 10 miles.
