Starting February 2, 2026 through mid-June, 2026 the restroom/shower building in campground A will be closed. A new restroom building will be installed during this timeframe. Portable restrooms will be available throughout the campground, and shower buildings in campground B and group areas will be available. Thank you for your patience as we make these park improvements for you!
Owl Walks at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
Monday, May 4 | Wednesday, May 13 7-9 p.m.
As darkness falls, owls take flight during the cool evening hours to hunt. On this walk learn about owls and hopefully see one in-person! Please bring a flashlight and consider downloading an app like Merlin to identify birds by sound. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic Area.
Limited to 20 people: Registration is required. Sign up at azstateparks.com/reserve/Activities/Search.aspx (filter activities by Place).
The program is free but park entry fees apply. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic Area.
This event is part of Outdoors250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
MORE EVENTS
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Saturday, May 2, 2026
Music in the Mountains: Gray Skies Blue and Treehouse Fire
Enjoy a relaxing evening of listening to American Indie Folk music at the park.
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May 4 | May 6 | May 18 | May 20
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds as you walk through the park for 3-4 hours. This is an Outdoors250 event.
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Fridays in May
Blooming Saguaro Hike
Enjoy the wonderful sights and sounds of saguaro blooming season! This is an Outdoors250 event!
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Second and fourth Mondays, through May
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
Join local guides for a tour of the Romero site and walk through 1000-years of indigenous Hohokam history in 90-minutes! Learn about the area’s ranching history and how the Hohokam made a living in the desert. The Romero Ruins Trail has stairs and crosses a seasonal stream; be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water. There are no restrooms on-site. There is no shade on the trail so please bring plenty of water and sun protection like a hat and an umbrella. Limited to 20 people: first come, first served. Meet at the Romero Ruins Ramada. This is an Outdors250 event.
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First, Third and Fifth Fridays 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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: David Argentati
Come and enjoy some of your favorite 70's Classic Rock hits performed by David Argentati!
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Saturday, July 4, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Jeremy Gilliam of Grand Dorado
Join us for our concert series to celebrate America's 250th birthday with rock, country, blues and jazz performed by Jeremy Gilliam of Grand Dorado!
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Saturday, August 1, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Midnight Classics Band
Rock out to country, blues and classic rock with the Midnight Classics Band!
