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Riding at the Circle Z Ranch in Pagonia

Just southeast of Tuscon lies a little piece of heaven nestled between the mountains. Beautiful Sonoita is less than 1 hour from Tucson and 2 1/2 hours from Phoenix. It's a lovely drive from I-10 on to the Scenic Sonoita Hwy 83 to Sonoita.

Nestled between the mountains, Sonoita is green with trees and wildlife, lush grasslands, and gentle hills.  You'll find wildlife, birds, amazing wildflowers, Ash and Oak trees. You'll quickly understand why this is the home of award-winning wineries. This sweet little place is truly one of Arizona's best kept secrets. 

Listed below are some places to stay, eat, and have fun in and around Sonoita. Discover the attractions in the area- some just minutes away.

 

LODGING

 



RESTAURANTS - Sonoita 

You'll be treated like long lost friends at our restaurants.

WINE AND BREWERIES

The Sonoita Arizona area environment is perfect for producing quality award-winning wines.  USA Today chose it as one of the top wine trails in the country. 

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Copper Brothel Brewery  - Sonoita
Copper Hop Ranch and Microbrewery  - Elgin
Arizona Hops and Vines  - Sonoita
Dos Cabezas WIneworks - Sonoita  
Wilhelm Family Vineyards  - Elgin
Callaghan Vineyards  - Elgin
Flying Leap Vineyards - Elgin 
Lightning Ridge Cellars - Elgin
Kief Joshua Vineyards  - Elgin
Sonoita Vineyards  - Elgin
Rune Wines  - Sonoita
Rancho Rossa Vineyards  - elgin
Canelo Hills Vineyard and Winery  - Elgin
Village of Elgin Winery  - Elgin
Hannah's Hill Enterprises  - Elgin
Deep Sky Vineyard  - Elgin
    More are always opening !

       

      SHOPPING - Sonoita

      CowGirl Flair 
      3160 AZ-83, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      520-609-1483
      Enjoy the latest fashion in clothing and jewelry with great prices!

       Heart of Gold Antiques
      3266 AZ-82, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      Antiques

      Sonoita Do It Hardware and Buffalo Gals Gift Shop
      3149 AZ-83, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      520-455-5523
      Home-improvement products & building materials, including lumber, tools & paint. Specialty gift shop.

      Sonoita Mini Market
      3160 AZ-83, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      520-455-5613
      Family Owned and Operated Convenience Store

      Sonoita Mercantile and Gas Station
      3235 AZ-82, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      520-455-5788
      Family Owned and Operated Convenience Store

      Dollar General
      3163 AZ-83, Sonoita, AZ 85637
      520-394-5183
      Bargain retail chain selling a range of household goods, groceries, beauty products & more

       

      RESTAURANTS - Patagonia

      •  Wild Horse Restaurant
        309 W McKeown Ave
        520-394-2344
        Comfort Food

      •  Velvet Elvis Pizza Company
        292 Naugle Ave
        520-394-0069
        Gourmet Pizza
      • Gathering Grounds
        319 W McKeown Ave
        520-394-2009
        Espresso Bar, Deli, Ice Cream

      • Wagon Wheel Saloon
        400 Naugle Ave
        520-394-2433
        Comfort Food in Nostalgic Western Bar

      • MJ's Restaurant
        328 Naugle Ave
        520-987-0878
        Comfort Food in Outdoor Setting

       

      SHOPPING - Patagonia

      Global Arts Gallery
      315 McKeown Ave
      520-394-0077
      Owner Adrienne Halpert knows the story behind each and every piece of art, jewelry, clothing, and furnishing in the shop, which is colorful and filled with things that have the 'mark of the hand' as she calls it. Take the time to look in every nook and cranny of this place. 

      Ovens of Patagonia
      277 McKeown Ave
      520-394-2330
      A small town gourmet food, bakery, sweet shoppe, and gift store - plus anything else we can make of it.  Great patio and dog friendly. 

       Grayce's Gift and Candle Shop
      260 Naugle Ave
      520-394-2035
      Local artisans are highlighted

      WEBSITES OF INTEREST

      Hummingbird heaven at the Patan Center  

      Patagonia, AZ   - Things to see and do 

      Birdwatching 

      The Nature Conservancy - Arizona

      The Sonoita - Elgin Chamber of Commerce

      Yoga Paws - Don't let travel stop your practice!

       

       

      SIGHTSEEING IN THE AREA

      Hike the Chiricahua trails - from easy to not so easy

      Tombstone

      Patagonia  

      Bisbee

      Tubac

      Tumacacori National Historic Park

      Green Valley

      Kartchner Caverns State Park

      The Majestic and Historic Chiricahua Mountains (Apache country)

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