Santa Cruz County, Arizona is closely connected to Mother Nature and her processes. Over the millenniums, our year-round-running Sonoita Creek has been an ageless way stop for countless bird migrations. Our monsoon rains are plentiful in their season and nourish our verdant terrain and with them bring spectacular electrical  thunderstorms!  Plus, our bright starry skies connect us to the cosmos and illuminates our vast lands with an instant nightlight. Our unique region offers a profound sense of belonging; a timelessness among our sometimes snowcapped mountains, our creeks, our Patagonia Lake, and the majestic San Rafael Valley. You will find in-depth AZ visitor information and videos about visiting the state of Arizona, including comprehensive directories of Arizona hotels, dining and shopping, as well as things to do and places to visit throughout the Grand Canyon State.