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.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Chris Arpad
Catalina State Park
Saturday, January 4, 2025 3-5 p.m.
An evening of the beautiful sound of steel drums! Feel free to bring a picnic, drinks (no glass, please), and a chair.
All concerts are included with park admission of $7 per vehicle for up to four adults. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic area located 1.5-miles north of the ranger station on the main park road.
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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November 24, 2024
All About Raptors
Discover how the ancient art of falconry has benefited modern raptor conservation efforts, offers a sustainable option for nuisance bird management, and how falconers are helping rehabilitate sick, injured, and orphaned wild raptors.
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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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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 7, 2024
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: KT Klassics
Join KT Klassics with Catalina State Park's Music in the Mountains Concert Series! KT Klassics plays your favorite classic rock covers.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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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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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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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!
