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.
First Day Hike at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
January 1, 2025 9 a.m.
Ring in the New Year with a group hike on a new trail! Explore the brand new Cañada del Oro (CDO) Ridge Trail featuring beautiful views of the mountains and Oro Valley with a Ranger. The hike will be around 3.2 mi/5.1 km long and moderately difficult. Please be prepared to hike on rocky terrain with little shade. Meet at the Equestrian Center near the horse corrals.
MORE EVENTS
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Saturdays, Oct. 19-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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Sundays and Wednesdays
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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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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First and third Mondays
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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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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Saturday, December 21, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Janice Deardoff
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Janice Deardoff!
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Saturday, December 21, 2024
Winter Solstice Night Hike
Celebrate the Winter Solstice and the longest night of the year with a guided night hike around the Nature Trail Loop.
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Second and fourth Mondays
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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Saturday, January 4, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Chris Arpad
Join Chris Arpad for an evening of steel drums in Catalina State Park!
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Saturday, January 4, 2025
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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Saturday, January 18, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Robert Wright
Join us for our monthly concert series at the base of the Catalina Mountains with Robert Wright!
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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!
