First and Third Friday of the Month
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Experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail. Registration required.
READ MOREParking is only allowed in designated parking spots. Please observe all rules distributed by rangers when entering the park. Use caution as flooding is possible.
Programs & Events
Saturdays, September 21 and 28, 2024
7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Learn about monsoon meteorology and see real animals and desert plants that thrive with the seasonal rain.
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Sunday, September 22, 2024
6-7 p.m.
Celebrate the Fall Equinox with a guided hike on the Birding Trail (one-mile) where you’ll enjoy beautiful sunset views.
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October 5, 2024
5 p.m.
Join us for our concert series featuring Bruce Carlson!
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Oct. 26, 2024 | Jan. 25, 2025 | April 18, 2025
Varies by Date
Imagine what you can see with telescopes provided by the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association at Catalina State Park! Join us for an exciting, educational Star Party!
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Saturday, November 2, 2024
4 p.m.
Join us for an evening of classic rock and roll with Midnight Auto!
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Park and Facility Hours
The park is open year-round
Day Use
5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily
Visitor Center/Park Store
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily
Thanksgiving: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Christmas: closed
Park Entrance Fee
Per vehicle (1-4 Adults): $7.00
Individual/bicycle: $3.00
