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
Saturday, February 18, 2023 7-9 p.m.
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.
http://tucsonastronomy.org/
Meet at the main trailhead.
MORE EVENTS
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Friday, February 3 and 17
Raptor Demonstration
Learn about the behavior and biology of native raptors and how the ancient art of falconry has shaped modern raptor conservation efforts.
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Saturday, February 4, 2023
Buffel Slayers
There are many success stories in the fight against buffelgrass! Join the Buffel Slayers to eradicate buffelgrass from the park. Be prepared to work hard!
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Saturdays
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, February 4, 2023
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: The Vinyl Grooves
Come on out to Catalina State Park on February 15th and enjoy a performance from the Vinyl Grooves.
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Sundays
Sunday 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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Wednesdays
Wednesday Guided Bird Walk at Catalina
Both novice and seasoned birders enjoy the variety of birds that visit and live in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
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February 12 | February 26
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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Saturday, February 18, 2023
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!
