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.
Star Party at Catalina State Park
Catalina State Park
Jan. 25, 2025 | April 18, 2025 Varies by Date
Catalina State Park’s dark nighttime skies are ideal for astronomical observation. Imagine what you can see through a high-powered telescope! Astronomers from the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be onsite to answer questions and discuss celestial objects and phenomena. Make sure you’re on time to catch the intriguing introduction!
In addition to bringing water, snacks, and a jacket, please bring a red light if you have one. Weather permitting.
Event is free with park entrance fee.
2025 Dates
January 25 at 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meet at the main trailhead parking lot.
April 18 at 7:30-9:30 p.m. Meet at the Ringtail Group Area. Public parking at the Gila Monster Group Area, a two-minute walk away.
MORE EVENTS
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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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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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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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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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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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January 1, 2025
First Day Hike at Catalina State Park
Ring in the New Year with a group hike on a new trail!
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Saturday, January 4, 2025
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Chris Arpad
Join Chris Arpad for an evening of steel drums in Catalina State Park!
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Saturday, January 4, 2025
Buffel Slayers
Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!
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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!
