Experienced bird guides lead this bird walk. They will help you spot and identify various birds that live and visit the park. Novices, seasoned birders, and every experience level of birder will enjoy this event.
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Join this learning tour of key native plants in desert and wet riparian habitats with an Arizona Native Plant Society guide.
READ MOREExperience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail. Registration required.
READ MORELearn about and see many reptiles that live naturally in the Sonoran Desert. Listen to our experts talk about the creatures and their adaptions to survive in the desert.
READ MOREJoin us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Robert Wright!
READ MOREJoin one of our park volunteers to explore the history of Catalina State Park and its surroundings from the 1850s to today, and get a sneak peek of exciting upgrades planned.
READ MOREImagine 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!
READ MOREHow 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.
READ MOREJoin 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.
READ MOREJoin us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with the Beatles Brothers!
READ MOREJoin us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains for an evening of beautiful classics and Rock and Roll!
READ MOREJoin us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains for an evening of classic Rock and 70's favorites
READ MOREPark and Facility Hours
The park is open year-round
Day Use
5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily
Visitor Center/Park Store
Monday - Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday - Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 7 :00 p.m.
(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 (1-4 Adults): $7.00
Individual/bicycle: $3.00