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.
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.
Everyone Runs Catalina State Park Trail Race
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!
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!
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
First and third Mondays, October through April 10 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.
Star Party at Catalina State Park
October - 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.
Saturday Nature Program
Saturdays - Starting October 18 - April 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 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.
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.
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Sundays and Wednesday, beginning October 19
Times vary
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.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Wendy Sweet
November 1, 2025 4 p.m.
Join us for our concert series featuring Wendy Sweet!
Buffel Slayers
Saturdays: Nov 1 | Dec 6 | Jan 3 | Feb 7 | Mar 7 | Apr 4 8 a.m. - noon
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
Everyone Runs 10.6 & 5.3 Mile Trail Run and 5k
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!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Oro Valley Jazz Band
December 6, 2025
3 p.m.
Join us for our concert series for an evening of smooth jazz!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Old Arizona Brass Band
December 20, 2025 3 p.m.
Join us for our concert series featuring the Old Arizona Brass Band.
