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Park & beach · Admission from $5 · 2 verified savings
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Admission from $5. Open Day-use hours are from 4 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Patagonia Lake State Park Visitor Center in Rio Rico operates a ranger station where visitors purchase day-use and camping permits, browse regional brochures, and buy park maps before heading to the lake. The adjacent park concessionaire market sells fishing licenses, firewood, groceries, ice cream, and camping supplies. Boat and kayak rentals are available through the marina. The park offers three community boxes with free gear: a tackle box for fishing equipment, a campers box with camping comfort items, and a beach box with toys. The automatic entrance gate closes at 10 p.m. and reopens at 4 a.m., though camping guests with reservations arriving late can arrange access by calling ahead. Active duty military personnel receive 50% off day-use entrance fees. Veterans with VA-certified 100% service-connected disability ratings receive free day-use passes for themselves and up to three accompanied adults. These military discounts are verified through azstateparks.com.
Hours: Day-use hours are from 4 a.m. until 10 p.m.
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100% free day-use pass for veterans with VA-certified 100% service-connected disability
“_Discount applies to the qualified active duty service member or veteran discount program pass holder and up to three accompanied adults.”
50% off day-use entrance for active duty, reserves, and National Guard members
“50% off day-use entrance for active duty, reserves, and National Guard.”
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