Starting February 2, 2026 through April 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!
Shelter Dog Walking with PACC
Catalina State Park
Sunday, Mar. 29 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Stretch your legs with an adoptable dog from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC)! Staff from PACC will be available to answer your questions, coordinate fosters and adoptions of your new furry friend. Catalina State Park volunteers will be available to show you which trails are dog appropriate and educate everyone on Leave No Trace Principles. Meet at the Trailhead Picnic Area (follow signs for Trail Head).
Important: There are a limited number of dogs (around 8) available to walk on a first-come first- served basis for this special event. Please be patient and prepared to wait 30-minutes to walk dogs. When the pups are worn out, PACC will not allow you to take them out anymore for their health and safety. Park entrance fees still apply.
PACC also offers a day trip and overnight "Pawjama Party" option to the public where you can check out one of hundreds of dogs from the shelter. This could be a great way to guarantee you get to help a shelter dog and meet your new best friend!
Find out more at: https://www.pima.gov/3536/Take-a-Shelter-Dog-on-a-Day-Trip-or-Pawj
MORE EVENTS
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Saturdays until 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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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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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First and third Mondays, 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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Saturday, March 7, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Vinyl Grooves
Join us for our concert series to experience the funky reggae grooves of A1 Reggae!
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Saturday, March 7, 2026 (canceled)
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Vagrant Hippies
Join us for our concert series to experience some folk and bluegrass music performed by some of Catalina State Park's volunteers, known as the Vagrant Hippies!
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Saturdays, Mar 7, Apr 4, 2026
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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Sunday, March 8, 2026
Art in the Park at Catalina
Shop local and support the park with the annual Art in the Park sale hosted by The Friends of Catalina State Park! Buy paintings, pottery, and more; all sales benefit the park.
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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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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Second and fourth Mondays, through May
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. This is an Outdors250 event.
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March 9 and 23 | April 6 and 20 | May 4 and 18
Monday 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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Friday, March 20, 2026
First Day of Spring Hike
Celebrate the Spring Equinox with a guided hike on the on the Canyon Loop Trail where you’ll enjoy beautiful mountain views.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026
Music in the Mountains: Your Money’s Worth
Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.
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Saturday, April 4, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Eric Schaffer and The Other Troublemakers
Enjoy an afternoon of country western and folk music with recording artists Eric Schaffer and The Other Troublemakers.
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October - 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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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Kevin from KT Klassics
Join Kevin from KT Klassics with Catalina State Park's Music in the Mountains Concert Series!
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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.
