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
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.
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 Bloomer Park Walk
Thursday, August 21
6:30 -9:30 a.m.
Join an Arizona Native Plant Society guided tour through the Upland Desert and Riparian plant communities along the Canyon Loop trail.
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: Austin Owen
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!
Star Party at Catalina State Park
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!
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.
