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 State Park Nature Program
Saturdays, Oct. 19-April 26, 2025 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Learn 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.
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Sundays and Wednesdays
8:00 a.m.
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.
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.
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
First and third Mondays 10-11 a.m.
Join 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.
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.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Janice Deardoff
Saturday, December 21, 2024 3-5 p.m.
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Janice Deardoff!
Winter Solstice Night Hike
Saturday, December 21, 2024
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Winter Solstice and the longest night of the year with a guided night hike around the Nature Trail Loop.
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
Second and fourth Mondays 9-10:30 a.m. (December) | 8:30-10:00 a.m. (January)
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.
First Day Hike at Catalina State Park
January 1, 2025
9 a.m.
Ring in the New Year with a group hike on a new trail!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Chris Arpad
Saturday, January 4, 2025 3-5 p.m.
Join Chris Arpad for an evening of steel drums in Catalina State Park!
Buffel Slayers
Saturday, January 4, 2025 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Robert Wright
Saturday, January 18, 2025 3-5 p.m.
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Robert Wright!
Star Party at Catalina State Park
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!
