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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.
Native Plant Hike
Catalina State Park
Thursdays, May 2, 9 and 16, 2024 7:30 a.m.
Wildflowers and native plants are signs of the park’s vibrant ecosystem, but invasive species and wildfires threaten to change everything. Led by an Arizona Native Plant Society guide, see plant succession since the 2020 Bighorn Fire and the contrast between native plants and invasives like Lehmann Lovegrass on the Canyon Loop Trail (2.3-miles). Learn about the effects of invasive grass control and the restoration of native plants.
Caution: This hike includes steep climbs, stairs, and up to four stream crossings; bring a hiking pole for balance.
Limited to 15 people: First Come, First Served
MORE EVENTS
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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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First and Third Friday of the Month
Catalina Nights
Canceled 4/5/24. 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.
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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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May 6 and 20
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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Second and fourth Monday of the month
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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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!
