b"As the speed limit slows at the edge of town, take that as a signal to get out of your car and explore this quirky Arizona town. Youll find charming coffee shops, a throwback bar, and truly interesting retail stores.or scary things that were once used by Doc Mock. CheckDos Palmas is a 500 sq ft., 50' long 1958 SpartanCircle Z Ranch is the oldest, continually operating the website before visiting at ThePatagoniaMuseum.org Imperial Villa travel trailer. It sits on a private woodedfamily-owned guest ranch in Arizona. They offer lot in the very heart of Patagonia, with a covered patioriding lessons, horsemanship clinics and a herd of THE ARTS that runs its entire 50 length. This delightful vacationover 100 horses. Activities also include calf roping Though Patagonia may be small (population 913),home has two bedrooms, withdemonstrations, singing around the campfire, it has mighty culturalsleeping accommodations for fourswimming, and hiking. Reopening November 2020. 1476 prowess. The nonprofitpeople.362 Duquesne Ave.AZ Highway 82. 520-394-2525, CircleZ.comSanta Cruz Foundation for520-987-0200, DosPalmasAZ.comthe Performing Arts bringsWHERE TO EATin groups such as jazz triosCasita Frontera & AlmasGathering Grounds is a true gathering place for locals, and Russian folk musicians,Cottage each enjoys uniquewho come for cappuccinos, conversation, and green chili who play on a stage onprivacy behind high garden walls,studded breakfast burritos. They feature baked goods wheelsthe Concert Haul nestled in garden settings lushand pies that combine flaky crust with generous fillings at various locations aroundwith mature trees & floweringof cherry, peach, and rhubarb. Open 7 am to 4 pm seven town each summer. plants. Patios & porches are idealdays a week, offering a full-service breakfast and lunch spots for reading, relaxing, ormenu. Vegan and gluten-free offerings.319 W McKeown The Patagonia Trading Post,evenings with friends & family,Ave. 520-394-2009, GatheringGroundsAZ.com formerly known as Creativestargazing under dark skies.Spirit Artists Gallery, which340 Mendoza Alley. 520-604-6762 Wagon Wheel Saloon original cowboy bar has fresh has represented local artists &homemade beer-battered onion rings and the best crispy authors in Southern Arizona since 2005, is under newRed Mountain Cottage is a charming, two-bedroomfrench fries. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served. Cold ownership.Here, you might find hand-carved woodenhouse, secluded yet less than one mile from the center ofbeer and karaoke. Authentic Western atmosphere.flutes alongside wreaths made of dried artichokes andPatagonia. RedMtnCottage.com 400 W. Naugle Ave. 520-394-2433silver and turquoise jewelry.317 W. McKeown Ave.520-394-2100, PatagoniaTradingPost.com Roadrunner Retreat has stunning territorial views,Ovens of Patagonia is a small town gourmet food, glorious night skies, and spectacular sunsets. This verybakery, sweet shoppe, and gift store. Youll find a WHERE TO STAY private 2,000 square foot, Santa Fe style, hillside homedelicious assortment of baked goods, fresh-baked bread, The Stage Stop Inn was originally built in the 1960sin the Patagonia Mountains is tastefully furnished andand homemade sandwiches. On the sweet side, there by local rancher and horsewoman, Anne Stradling. Itdecorated in a comfortable Southwestern style. is homemade fudge, soft-serve ice cream, and specialty stands on the site of the Patagonia Stage Stop, part ofvrbo.com/133503ha candy. Also local raw honey, their jams and sauces, and the old Butterfield trail system. The Stage Stop Inn alsohome-made prickly pear candies and teas.lies directly on the Arizona Trail and is a perfect restThe Duquesne House Inn & Gardens is a historic277 W McKeown Ave. 520-394-2330, stop for a hot meal, shower, and comfortable nightsadobe inn, originally built as a boarding house forOvensOfPatagonia.comsleep.They are Trail Angels for hikers and can arrangeminers and nestled on the original main street of transportation, receive and ship packages, providePatagonia. It offers charm & quiet plus deliciousTaqueria Crown B has tasty Mexican food and great laundry services, or whatever else may be needed.breakfasts. 357 Duquesne Ave. 520-394-2732,margaritas. 1$ Taco Tuesdays. 328 Naugle Ave.The Wild Horse Restaurant is within the inn. 309 W.TheDuquesneHouse.com 520-603-9296McKeown Ave. 520-394-2211, StageStopPatagonia.comThe Stable Rooms at the Oak Bar Ranch. The Oak Bar Ranch was constructed in the 1930s and is an oasis located in a private valley just outside of Patagonia. Three guest rooms located in the converted stables, and a fourth room off of a garden courtyard. 1075 Hwy 82.520-841-1155, OakBarRanch.com Patagonia RV Park features 18 full hook-up sites with patios and tables, including six pull-through sites. Located less than a mile east of Patagonia. 566 Harshaw Road. 520-400-3857, PatagoniaRV Park.comArizonaRealCountry.com May 2020 29"