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.
Fall Equinox Hike
Catalina State Park
Sunday, September 22, 2024 6-7 p.m.
Celebrate the Fall Equinox with a guided hike on the Birding Trail (one-mile) where you’ll enjoy beautiful sunset views.
Caution: The Birding Trail has stairs.
Program is free but standard park entry fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic Area.
MORE EVENTS
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First and Third Friday of the Month
Catalina Nights
Experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies with a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail. Registration required.
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Saturdays, Oct. 5-April 26, 2025
Catalina State Park Nature Program
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.
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Saturdays, September 21 and 28, 2024
Monsoon Magic
Learn about monsoon meteorology and see real animals and desert plants that thrive with the seasonal rain.
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October 5, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Bruce Carlson
Join us for our concert series featuring Bruce Carlson!
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First and third Mondays, starting Oct. 7
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
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.
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Sundays and Wednesdays, starting Oct. 13
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
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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Second and fourth Mondays, starting Oct. 14
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
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.
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Sundays - check dates in description
Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
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.
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Oct. 26, 2024 | Jan. 25, 2025 | April 18, 2025
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, November 2, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Midnight Auto
Join us for an evening of classic rock and roll with Midnight Auto!
