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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.
Catalina Nights
Catalina State Park
First and Third Friday of the Month Varies by Date
Witness Catalina State Park’s nocturnal wildlife and stargaze on a one-mile, guided night hike on the Nature Trail. You’ll learn fun facts about the Sonoran Desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions, coyotes, and bats. When the stars come out, experience a guided constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts.
Please bring a flashlight, water, closed-toe shoes, and appropriate clothing for the weather.
Event is weather permitting. Caution, the hike begins with a steep climb and ends with a steep descent on slippery gravel at night. Children ages 5 years old and up are welcome to participate. The hike will take approximately 1.5 hours.
Meet at the main trailhead parking lot near the restrooms.
Registration is required. Register here and search "Catalina" for the events.
2024 Dates |
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January 5, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
February 16, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
March 1, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
April 5, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
April 19, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
May 3, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
May 17, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
June 7, 2024 - 8 p.m. |
June 21, 2024 - 8 p.m. |
July 5, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
July 19, 2024 - 7:45 p.m. |
August 2, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
August 16, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. |
September 6, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
September 20, 2024 - 7 p.m. |
October 4, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
October 18, 2024 - 6:30 p.m. |
November 1, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
November 15, 2024 - 6 p.m. |
December 6, 2024 - 5:45 p.m. |
December 20, 2024 - 5:45 p.m. |
MORE EVENTS
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Sundays and Wednesdays
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Canceled 4/7/24. 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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May 4 | Oct. 26, 2024
Star Party at Catalina State Park
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!
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Saturday, May 4, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Dick Arnold
Join us for an evening of tight harmony vocals, relaxed guitars, funky originals and quirky covers.
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Saturday, June 1, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Nancy Elliott
Join Catalina State Park on for its popular Music in the Mountains concert series featuring a Southwestern Americana performance by Nancy Elliott!