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.
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
Catalina State Park
Second and fourth Mondays (Oct.-April) Times vary
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. Note: This trail has stairs and crosses a seasonal stream; be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water. No restrooms on-site. Limited to 20 people: First come, first served. Meet at the Romero Ruins Ramada.
There is no cost to this program, but park entrance fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass.
| 2025 Dates |
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| October - 8-9:30 a.m. |
| November - 8-9:30 a.m. |
| December - 8:30-10 a.m. |
| January - 8:30-10 a.m. |
| February - 8-9:30 a.m. |
| March - 8-9:30 a.m. |
| April - 8-9:30 a.m. |
MORE EVENTS
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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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Saturdays, July 5 - September 27
Monsoon Magic
Learn about monsoon meteorology and see real animals and desert plants that thrive with the seasonal rain.
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Thursday, August 21
Summer Bloomer Park Walk
Join an Arizona Native Plant Society guided tour through the Upland Desert and Riparian plant communities along the Canyon Loop trail.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025
Music in the Mountains: Treehouse Fire
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
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October 4, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Austin Owen
Austin Owen performing at Catalina State Park an eclectic mix of music ranging from R&B to Bossa nova!
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Oct. 2-April
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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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.
