We should show gratitude for the variety of land and topography in Arizona provided by our Creator. Yes, most people believe that Arizona is ALL desert. NOT TRUE! Read on.
Sonoita Arizona Vineyard
Arizona has not only Sonoran desert but also has higher elevations to enjoy and explore when leaving the desert environment of the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.
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1. Arizona wine country of Southern Arizona, growing grapes and wine production the Tri city area of Patagonia, Sonoita and Elgin, Arizona. Perfect elevation for vineyards.
2. Patagonia Nature Preserve Bird watching in Arizona.
Get out of your home in the Phoenix area and take a most pleasant drive to the tri cities of Patagonia, Sonoita and Elgin Arizona. There are bird sanctuaries in Patagonia at Lake Patagonia and the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve. Also try some of the following wine country tours and bed and breakfasts as well as Southern Arizona has 9,000 foot elevation peaks of Mount Wrightson, Lemon and Graham and associated watersheds.
Southern Arizona Vineyards In Sonoita and Elgin
Vineyards in the Sonoita and Elgin area very close to Patagonia
Arizona Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve
Bird Watching in Patagonia (Photo from Nature Conservancy at Nature.org)
Per the Nature Conservancy at Nature.org, "In a verdant floodplain valley between the Patagonia and Santa Rita Mountains of southeastern Arizona, within the watershed of Sonoita Creek, lies some of the richest of the remaining riparian (streamside) habitat in the region. One of a few remaining permanent streams, it provides for a wide array of diverse species from endangered fishes to butterflies and birds. This site contains the first two miles of permanent flow of Sonoita Creek and the floodplains adjacent to the stream. The site contains very high biodiversity values that are primarily focused on the riparian habitats along Sonoita Creek."
A New Trail at Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve
Nature.org continues, A one-mile long trail connecting the Patagonia- Sonoita Creek Preserve to the Tucson Audubon’s 'Paton House' is now in use. Built entirely by volunteers, the trail is a joint venture between the preserve and the Paton Center located in Patagonia for Hummingbirds. Highlights of the walk include access to upland habitat, a stroll through a dense mesquite bosque, canopy views of the cottonwoods along Sonoita Creek, and a 360 degree view of the surrounding mountains from the top of the vista point. Visitors may learn about the preserve, its wild residents, viewing interpretive exhibits at the Visitor Center.
Location Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve
150 Blue Heaven Rd.
Patagonia, AZ 85624
Directions
From I-10, take Highway 83 south (outside of Tucson). At Sonoita, turn west on Highway 82. In Patagonia, turn right on 4th Avenue, then left onto Pennsylvania, which turns into Blue Heaven Road. Cross the creek and go about one mile to the entrance.
Hours
April-September: Wednesday-Sunday, 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m. October-March: Wednesday-Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed: Mondays & Tuesdays all year & on Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Days."
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