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There are many activities to experience in the Mountain Empire. You might want to spend a day hiking, biking, shopping, or birding.

HIKING
Hiking the Mountain Empire
It is an ideal "before-breakfast walk" for anyone staying at the local hotel or bed and breakfast lodgings. Your route follows reasonably level back roads with the exception of one of those "roller coaster hills" that will get your heart pumping. More...

A Hike in Majestic Temporal Canyon
One of the most beautiful areas to explore on the outskirts of Patagonia is Temporal Canyon which lies to the north between the town and the approach to Mount Wrightson. More...

Hiking Red Mountain
Enjoy the scenery and some 17 to 19 switchbacks (depending on whose counting!) as you follow the forest service road to the top of Red Mountain.  It is an uphill hike most of the way, but once you reach the summit, the views are spectacular. More...

BIKING
Mountain Biking the Mountain Empire
Mountain biking in the Mountain Empire varies from groomed dirt roads to technical single track.  Here are three scenic and challenging rides you might like to try. More...

SHOPPING
Art In Patagonia
In my 15 years here as owner of Mariposa Books & More and proprietor of the Visitor Information Center, I’ve grown to really appreciate the importance of the art galleries and museum in Patagonia. Now I’d like to take you on a tour of them. More...

BIRDING
Birdwatching in the Paton’s Yard
A trip to the Patagonia area would not be complete without a visit to the Paton residence. This lovely yard, set in a riparian woodland, is both an interesting and a relaxing place to observe hummingbirds. More...