Park is under Stage 2 fire restrictions. No charcoal or wood fires. Propane stoves for cooking only. No smoking except in an enclosed vehicle.
Parking 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
Catalina State Park
Catalina Nights
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.
Summer Solstice Sunrise Hike
Friday, June 20, 2025
6-7 a.m.
Celebrate the Summer Solstice by enjoying a sunrise hike in cool morning temperatures!
Evening Bird Walk
Friday, June 13 and 27, 2025
7:30-9 p.m.
As temperatures soar, nocturnal birds take flight during the cool evening hours to hunt under the cover of darkness, join experienced birding guides with powerful spotlights to spot the owls and nighthawks that prowl the night skies on this unique nighttime adventure! Registration required.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: The Buckjumpers
Saturday, July 5, 2025 6-8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Monsoon Magic
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.
Music in the Mountains: Ben Tully
Saturday, August 2, 2025 6-8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Music in the Mountains: Treehouse Fire
Saturday, September 6, 2025 6-8 p.m.
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Janice Deardoff
Saturday, October 4, 2025 5-7 p.m.
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Janice Deardoff!
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
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.
Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
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.
