With rain in the forecast, please use extra caution as flooding may prevent exiting the park. Call the park for updates during regular business hours.
Parking is only allowed in designated parking spots. Please observe all rules distributed by rangers when entering the park.
First Day Hike at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
January 1, 2026 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Enjoy the first day of the New Year with a group hike! Explore the Cañada del Oro (CDO) Ridge Trail featuring beautiful views of the mountains and Oro Valley with a Ranger. The whole 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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Second and fourth Mondays (Oct.-April)
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 and Wednesday, beginning October 19
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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Saturdays - Starting October 18 - April
Saturday 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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November 1, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Wendy Sweet
Join us for our concert series featuring Wendy Sweet!
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Saturdays: Nov 1 | Dec 6 | Jan 3 | Feb 7 | Mar 7 | Apr 4
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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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, October through April
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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Sunday, November 9, 2025
Everyone Runs 10.6 & 5.3 Mile Trail Run and 5k
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!
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December 6, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Oro Valley Jazz Band
Join us for our concert series for an evening of smooth jazz!
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October - April (Oct 10 event cancelled due to weather)
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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December 20, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Old Arizona Brass Band
Join us for our concert series featuring the Old Arizona Brass Band.
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Saturday, January 3, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: The Hares on the Mountain
Join us for our concert series for an evening of pleasant folk music!
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January 17, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Jazz Oasis
Join us for our concert series for jazz in the mountains!
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February 7, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Out of Kilters
Join us for our concert series to enjoy traditional celtic music in the mountains!
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February 21, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: A1 Reggae
Join us for our concert series to experience the funky reggae grooves of A1 Reggae!
