Saturdays, July 5 - September 27
7-9 a.m.
Learn about monsoon meteorology and see real animals and desert plants that thrive with the seasonal rain.
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
First and Third Friday of the Month
Varies by Date
Experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail. Registration required.
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Sunday, September 21
6 a.m. (9.3 miles) and 6:20 a.m. (5k)
One of Arizona's finest trail races. Catalina State Park features easy to manage trails and unreal mountain views! Come join the fun that is Everyone Runs!
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October 4, 2025
5-7 p.m.
Austin Owen performing at Catalina State Park an eclectic mix of music ranging from R&B to Bossa nova!
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Oct. 2-April
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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Second and fourth Mondays (Oct.-April)
Times vary
Join our local interpretive guides for a hike to the Romero Ruins. With this program, you'll walk through one thousand years of Hohokam history in 90 minutes.
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Sundays - check dates in description
Times vary
How were the Santa Catalina Mountains formed? What are some of the different rocks in the park? Learn about the geology of the park with experienced geologist, Karen.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025
7:00 a.m.
Join Everyone Runs for a fantastic experience at Catalina State Park. They pride themselves in events that really are for everyone - runners, walkers, and differently-abled at road runs!
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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
(Summer hours may vary)
Holiday Hours
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 person): $10.00
Per vehicle (2-4 people): $20.00
Individual/bicycle: $5.00
