Patagonia, 10:00, B/C, Hilly (3498 ft), 55 miles

Ride Notes:

Ride with GPS map

• You will go through a border check point before Sonoita.  Canadian citizens should bring a passport.
• The ride will start at the rest stop.   The restrooms may not be open.  Alternative restrooms and oveflow parking can be found at the Shell station to the East.
• We will have multiple groups, each of which will re-group via a ride leader or self-management.
• Ride start temperature about 54 degrees, ending at 65 degrees.
• Downhill outbound into 5-9 mph headwind, uphill on return with 9-11 mph tailwind.
• Services will be available in Patogonia and the Park.
• Be prepared to pay a $3 entry fee to the park.
• The additonal loop to the Nogales airport is optional and adds about 8 miles, i.e. 48 miles out and back to the park, 55 miles including the airport.
• More details on route conditions will be provided at the ride.
• Optional lunch afterwards is a Copper Brothel, a bit south on 83. This appears to be the only restaurant with applicable hours.

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This ride takes in Lake Patagonia, a hidden treasure with abundant wildlife.  We will also visit the Nogales airport. 

Ride leader: Mark Mench, mark.mench@outlook.com, 650.804.8469

Lunch afterwards at Copper Brothel Brewery