Statewide Calendar

91 Scheduled Events

Thursdays   9 a.m.

Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
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Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for.

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Daily   10 a.m.

Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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Every morning a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk include geology, wildlife, history, archaeology, and plant life.

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Oct 4th, Friday, Guided Bird Walk   9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Guided bird walk at Rockin River Ranch

Rockin' River Ranch State Park
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Guided Bird Walk- led by the President of Northern Arizona Audubon Society, Kay Hawklee.

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Friday, Oct. 4, 2024   4:30 - 9 p.m.

Evening at Oracle State Park to celebrate the first Artist in Residence partnership!

Oracle State Park

The program will feature the work of the three artists from the pilot program in the natural scenery of the park, which serves as a wildlife refuge and Center for Environmental Education. Registration required!

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First and Third Friday of the Month   Varies by Date

Catalina Nights

Catalina State Park
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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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Oct. 5 | Nov. 2, 2024   Varies by date

Star Party at Kartchner Caverns!

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Want to learn more about the stars and planets? Do you have any little ones curious about the cosmos? Then head to Kartchner Caverns, an International Dark Sky Park, for a star party!

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October 5, 2024   5 p.m.

Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Acoustic West with Bruce and Nancy Carlson

Catalina State Park

Join us for our concert series featuring Acoustic West with Bruce and Nancy Carlson!

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First Saturday (October-April)   10 a.m. (Times may vary)

Guided Hike on the Calloway Trail

Picacho Peak State Park

Join our park guide as you trek the Calloway Trail at Picacho Peak! Learn about hiking safety as you enjoy the surroundings up to the Calloway overlook--situated under the face of Picacho Peak. All skill levels are welcome on this guided hike! Registration required.

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Wednesdays and Saturdays   8 a.m.

Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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Join us at Red Rock State Park for guided bird walks! Learn about Sedona's diverse and beautiful bird species while taking a stroll through this gorgeous park with a veteran bird enthusiast.

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Every Saturday in October   6-8 p.m.

Haunted House

Lyman Lake State Park
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Join Lyman Lake State Park for a spooktacular Haunted House event. All ages are welcome! 

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Saturday, October 5, 2024   9 a.m. - noon

Colonel's Daughter

Fort Verde State Historic Park
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Young women from the Camp Verde area compete in poise and horsemanship for a set of spurs and the title of "Colonel's Daughter," inspired by the 1882 novel by Capt. Charles E. King.

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October 5   7-9 p.m.

Star Party at Picacho Peak

Picacho Peak State Park
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Come out for a night under the stars at Picacho Peak State Park! The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be on site with high-powered telescopes and guides to the night sky.

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Saturday, October 5   8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

8th Annual Kids Fishing Derby

Lake Havasu State Park
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Join us for the 8th Annual Children's Fishing Derby at Lake Havasu on October 5. Fishing licenses will be provided for participants between the ages of 10 and 17. Kids 9 and under do not need a license. Hundreds of fishing poles have been donated by local businesses and will be given out to participants.  

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Saturday, October 5, 2024   8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fall Fest at Slide Rock

Slide Rock State Park
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Fall is on its way, and it’s time to celebrate the changing seasons at Slide Rock State Park! Join us for the annual Fall Festival. Colored leaves, red rocks, and cooler temperatures will have the whole family enjoying the transition to autumn!

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Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024   9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

BUILT WILD® DAYS AT AMERICA’S STATE PARKS®

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Get ready for a day of adventure and outdoor fun during this FREE event, made possible by the Bronco Wild Fund (BWF) and local Ford Dealers.

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Sundays and Thursdays   11 a.m. (Thursdays. & Sundays) | 2 p.m. (Sundays)

Tours of Goodfellow Lodge at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
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Join us for a ranger or volunteer led walk through the Goodfellow Lodge, with a history of the property, the Lodge, and the people that called Tonto Natural Bridge home. Reservations are required!

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October 6, 13, 19, 27 | November 3 and 9, 2024   10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Homolovi IV Pueblo Guided Tour

Homolovi State Park
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Join a Ranger for a tour of one the park's archaeological sites that is normally closed to the public. Registration is required for this event. This pueblo consisted of approximately 200 stone masonry rooms built in a stepwise fashion down the sides of a small butte on the west bank of the Little Colorado River.  It was occupied for a short time in the mid 1200s.

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First and third Mondays, starting Oct. 7   9 - 10 a.m.

Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future

Catalina State Park

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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Thursday, October 10, 2024   11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

MotorTrend HOT ROD Power Tour West

Lake Havasu State Park

Head down to Windsor Beach at Lake Havasu State Park to view more than 1,000 cars as they make their way from Indio, California to Chandler, Arizona! Spectators can enjoy vendors, food and live music while the cars come and go throughout the day. 

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Saturday, October 12, 2024   9:30 a.m.

Sunset Cemetery Hike at Homolovi

Homolovi State Park

Join a Park Ranger on a hike to the last remnants of the settlement of Sunset. Sunset was established by members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1876. The ranger will present about the history of LDS settlement of the middle Little Colorado River Valley. The trail is .8 miles round trip on an old dirt road.

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Oct. 12, 2024 | Jan. 4 | Mar. 1 | May 17 | Oct. 18, 2025   Varies by Date

Star Party at Cattail Cove

Cattail Cove State Park
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Join us for a star party to explore the night sky at Cattail Cove State Park. Bring your sense of wonder!

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Monthly (October - March)   Times vary

Star Party at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Want to learn more about the stars and planets? Then head to Lost Dutchman State Park for a star party! Registration is required!

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October 12, 2024   All day

Spooktacular Camping

Lyman Lake State Park

Decorate your campsite or cabin and join us for a trunk or treat event at the park! Plus, bring a pumpkin for a carving contest!

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October 12-13, 2024  

Fort Verde Days

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Fort Verde Days serves as the Town of Camp Verde's annual homecoming and celebrates the military post around which the town grew. There will be flag-raising and lowering ceremonies, artillery demonstrations, living history presentations with re-enactors, Dutch oven cooking demonstrations, and military drills.

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October 13, 2024   1 p.m.

Geology Hike at Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park
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Our monthly-guided geology hike led by our knowledgeable volunteers will take you out on our trails to discuss how Sedona transformed into what we see today. This interpretive experience is for both the beginner and experienced hiker. Reservations are required.

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Sundays and Wednesdays, starting Oct. 13   7:30 a.m.

Guided Bird Walks at Catalina

Catalina State Park
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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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Sunday, October 13, 2024   1-4 p.m.

Who Lies Beneath: Calvary Cemetery Headstone History Tour

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park

Join the Northern Arizona Pioneers’ Historical Society for some Headstone History and visit the Riordan family plot while you are there.

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October 14, 2024   12:15 p.m.

Lunchtime Lecture: Archaeoastronomy at Chavez Pass, Ariz.

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Presenter Jerry Snow will review the work on a petroglyph solar calendar over the last 20 years at Chavez Pass that may also show possible evidence for a 18.6 year lunar calendar at this site.

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Second and fourth Mondays, starting Oct. 14   8-9:30 a.m.

Romero Site Interpretive Hike

Catalina State Park

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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October 17, 2024   Times vary

Moonlight Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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The Moonlight Hike is among the most popular interpretive hikes at Red Rock State Park in Sedona. Join us for an exciting evening under the night sky of Sedona.

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Monthly (October - March)   Varies by Date

Full Moon Hike at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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This beautiful program is designed to start with a famous Arizona sunset draping gracefully over the Superstition Mountains, and end under the light of the full moon. Registration required!

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Saturdays, Oct. 19-April 26, 2025   10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Catalina State Park Nature Program

Catalina State Park

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, October 19, 2024   8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Restore Dankworth Village Heritage Education Site

Local Area Featured Events

Volunteer with the Bureau of Land Management for this day of restoration of the Dankworth Village.

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Saturday, October 19, 2024   8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Restore Dankworth Village Heritage Education Site

Dankworth Pond State Park

Volunteer with the Bureau of Land Management for this day of restoration of the Dankworth Village.

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Saturday, October 19, 2024   9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Bat Fest

Kartchner Caverns State Park

Join park rangers, partners and vendors for this day long celebration of our flying friends!

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Twice Monthly (October - April)   See times in schedule

Guided Hike to the Peak on the Hunter Trail

Picacho Peak State Park

Join a park guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360-degree views from the top of Picacho Peak. Registration required.

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Sundays, Oct. 20 | Nov. 17 | Dec. 22   1 p.m.

Archaeology Walk at Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park
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Come and hear the fascinating story of the pre-Columbian people who lived and traveled in the park. The hike will identify the various archaeological features visible from park trails and interpret them into the wider context of important regional Sinagua sites. The guide will also touch on ideas of other cultures that likely have made use of the park’s resources. Reservations are required.

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Sundays - check dates in description   Times vary

Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina

Catalina State Park

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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October 20 | November 2, 2024   9:30 a.m.

Petroglyph Tour at Homolovi

Homolovi State Park

Join a Park Ranger on a hike to discover Homolovi's petroglyphs. This will require participants to have their own vehicle.

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October 25 | November 8, 2024   12 p.m.

Hopi Pottery Talk

Homolovi State Park

Join Park Ranger and Hopi Potter Gwen Setalla for a discussion of methods and techniques of traditional Hopi pottery.  She will explain how traditional pottery is made and talk about how to recognize authentic made pottery.

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Friday, October 25, 2024   6-8 p.m.

Flashfright Tours in the Haunted Halls of History

Jerome State Historic Park

Discover the Douglas Mansion in the dark!

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October 25, 26, 29, and 30, 2024   7, 8, and 9 p.m. nightly

Riordan Mansion Halloween Tours

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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The historic Riordan Mansion makes a great backdrop for spinning yarns appropriate to the Halloween season. This very popular guided tour for adults is a storytelling session involving tales of the fantastic and the factual. Reservation required!

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Oct. 26, 2024 | Jan. 25, 2025 | April 18, 2025   Varies by Date

Star Party at Catalina State Park

Catalina State Park
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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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Monthly (October - March)   8 -10 a.m.

Geology Tour at Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park

Join us for a geology experience at Picacho Peak State Park! Learn about the volcanic origins of the peak and surrounding parkland. Registration required!

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Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024   4:30 - 9 p.m.

Historic Brewing Company Tasting Event

Oracle State Park
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Taste Historic Brewing Company's specialty brew in partnership with Arizona State Parks and Trails: the Kannally Ranch House Mexican Lager! This event offers fun activities for the whole family and an exciting raffle prize!

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Monthly, April-November   6 p.m. (Arizona time)

Star Party at Homolovi State Park

Homolovi State Park
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Come out to Homolovi's Visitor Center Museum and Observatory for a night under the stars. Enjoy astronomy presentations featuring special guests with telescope viewing to follow. Bring your sense of wonder!

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Saturday, October 26, 2024   6:00 p.m.

Halloween Fun at Patagonia Lake

Patagonia Lake State Park

Get into the spooky spirit with trick-or-treating and decorate your campsite for Halloween!

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Sunday, October 27 | Saturday, November 23   8 - 10:30 a.m.

Geology Tour at Oracle State Park

Oracle State Park

Join Oracle State Park’s volunteer geologist, Tom Buckley, on a tour of the unique geology of the Santa Catalina Mountains. This program is by reservation only.

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Sundays, Oct. 27 | Nov. 24 | Dec. 22   1 p.m.

Ethnobotany Guided Hike at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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Learn more about the native plants of Sedona and how they're interconnected with indigenous cultures, pioneer settlers, wildlife, and even modern society.

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Saturday, November 2, 2024   4 p.m.

Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Midnight Auto

Catalina State Park

Join us for an evening of classic rock and roll with Midnight Auto!

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Nov. 2, 3, 10, and 17, 2024   Time varies

Volunteer at Red Rock State Park!

Red Rock State Park

Volunteer opportunities are available at Red Rock State Park! Click to learn more about how to become a volunteer at this beautiful Arizona state park!

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Saturday, November 2, 2024   Solar viewing - noon, Stargazing - 5 p.m.

Alamo Lake Star Party

Alamo Lake State Park
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Alamo Lake offers some of the best conditions for stargazing. Join the solar observations from noon to 4 p.m., and following a 5 p.m. presentation, view the night sky through professional telescopes.

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Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024   10 - 11:30 a.m.

Historic Brewing Company Cleanup Event

Oracle State Park
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Join us for a cleanup event at Oracle State Park! Let's roll up our sleeves and give back to the park. Afterward, we'll celebrate our hard work on the ranch house patio and cheers with a refreshing specialty beer specially made by Historic Brewing Company to spotlight Oracle State Park. Registration required.

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Nov 2 | Nov 16 | Nov 30 | Dec 14 | Jan 11 | Jan 25 | Feb 8 | Feb 22 | Mar 8 | Mar 15 | Mar 22   10 a.m.

Curious About Cactus at Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park
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The Sonoran Desert is home to many different prickly cacti - from the tiniest Hedgehog cactus to the tallest Saguaro. Join Ranger Ethan in a 30 minute short loop as we identify the many types of cacti you can find at the park.

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November 3, January 12, March 9   10-11 a.m.

Into the Snake Den

Picacho Peak State Park
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Join our park rangers at Picacho Peak State Park and learn about some simply spectacular serpents! From the tricky hognose to the stunning rattler, these snakes are absolutely ecstatic to meet you!

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November 5-6, 2024  

Kids on the Colorado River

Lake Havasu State Park

Kids on the Colorado River is designed to revitalize local community student knowledge about a variety of Colorado River topics that have been missing from their education for decades.

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Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024   9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate 50 Years of Discovery

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Celebrate with us as 2024 marks 50 years since Kartchner Caverns was discovered, and 25 years since the park was opened!

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Various Dates   10 a.m.

Junior Ranger Guided Hike

Picacho Peak State Park
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Do you and your kids love being outside? Are you all fascinated with nature? Then come out to Picacho Peak State Park for a Junior Ranger Guided Hike! Join Ranger Noah on a short hike in our park that is suitable for all ages!

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November 10, December 29, March 30   10:00 a.m.

Touch Table Talk at Picacho

Picacho Peak State Park

Come on down to the Visitor Center and ask a ranger about our touch table! Learn about the different plants, animals, and minerals here at Picacho Peak. Take a closer look at some animal skulls, feel some cool pelts, and learn about the different minerals on our peak.

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November 10, 2024   3 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Stickley Room by Room

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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In celebration of Gustav Stickley’s birthday, join us for a tour focused on the Stickley furniture and the Arts and Crafts Style. Reservations required.

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Monday, November 11, 2024   12:15 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Lunchtime Lecture: African Americans in the Arizona Lumber Industry

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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U.S. Forest Service Archaeologist Margaret Hangan will present on a fascinating aspect of Arizona history – the diaspora of skilled African American workers from the lumber towns of the South to Arizona starting in the 1920s. Registration required.

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Tuesdays, Monthly (November - May)   Times vary

Guided Bird Walk at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Join us at Lost Dutchman State Park for a guided walk with experienced birder Vera on the trails searching for our feathered friends.

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November 15-17, 2024  

Annual Sand, Water & RV Expo

Lake Havasu State Park

The Sand, Water & RV Expo captures the spirit and passion of these complementary outdoor recreation activities, providing motivated consumers the opportunity to browse, compare, and shop for the latest and greatest.

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Various Saturdays (November - March)   10 a.m.

Guided Hike on the Sunset Vista Trail

Picacho Peak State Park

Join a park guide on the scenic Sunset Vista Trail that will lead you to the top of Picacho Peak. Registration required.

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November 16, 2024   10- a.m. - 3 p.m.

Living History Presentations - Frontier Regulars: Post Trader

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Join Fort Verde State Historic Park for a living history presentation on Frontier Regulars: Post Trader.

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Saturday, November 16, 2024   11:00 a.m.

Flag Disposal Ceremony

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Fort Verde State Historic Park and American Legion Post #135 will be hosting the annual flag disposal ceremony.

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Nov. 16 | Dec. 28 | Jan. 18 | Feb. 22 | March 29 | April 19   10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Shelter Dog Walking Program

Picacho Peak State Park

We are partnering with Pinal County Animal Care and Control to help get shelter dogs out on the trail! Join us to walk dogs along the Nature Loop at the park.

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November 17, January 26, March 23   10 a.m.

PokePeak (A PokemonGo Hike)

Picacho Peak State Park

Come on down to Picacho Peak and start your Pokemon Go adventure with a ranger by your side! This short hike will bring you to multiple stops where you can catch, collect, and learn about the desert around you and the creatures that might be here.

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Thursdays, Monthly (November - March)   8:30-10 a.m.

Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Meet in the Palo Verde Day Use area to learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out hawks to hummingbirds all throughout the trail!

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December 1 - January 6  

The Riordan Mansion is ready for Christmas

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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The Mansion is festively decorated in turn-of-the-century style with wreaths, garlands, greenery and a towering fir tree trimmed with old-fashioned ornaments. Guided tours during this time include glimpses of folklore and traditions of Christmas, both past and present.

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December 1, 2024 | February 9, 2025   10 a.m.

Picacho Peak Bird Walk

Picacho Peak State Park
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Walk the trails with one of our rangers and learn of the many birds inhabiting the Sonoran Desert region!

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December 2, 2024 - January 7, 2025   Normal park hours

Victorian Christmas at Fort Verde State Historic Park

Fort Verde State Historic Park
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Celebrate the holidays with Fort Verde State Historic Park when we decorate the fort with Victorian-style holiday decorations.

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December 7, 2024   10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ornament-making Workshop

Fort Verde State Historic Park

Bring the kids to the park  to make their own Victorian holiday ornament, also known as a “tussy mussy.”

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December 7, 14, 21, 2024   5-8 p.m.

Candlelight Tours

Fort Verde State Historic Park
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Join us as we host candlelight tours through Fort Verde State Park's historic homes along Officer's Row.

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Dec 8 | Jan 5 | Feb 2 | Mar 2   10 a.m.

Desert Duos at Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park

Have you ever had a best friend you just couldn’t live without? Well, residents here at Picacho Peak take that quite literally.

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Saturday, December 14, 2024  

Victorian Christmas at Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park

Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park
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Celebrate the holidays with Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park. The Courthouse will be styled in Victorian decorations and offer festive activities for all ages.

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December 15, 2024 | February 23, 2025   10 a.m.

Walk Among the Dinosaurs at Picacho Peak (Jurassic World Alive)

Picacho Peak State Park

Walk among the dinosaurs in our Arizona deserts! Millions of years ago, this land belonged to the giants. And the environment was different from the desert you see around you today.

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December 20, 21, 22, and 23, 2024   4:30-6 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Luminaria Walk

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Enjoy the view of the Riordan Mansion by the light of luminarias lining the path. The grounds will be open until 6 pm and hot apple cider will be available in the visitor center with your $2.00 park admission. Event is weather permitting.

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December 20, 21, 22, and 23, 2024   5-6 p.m.

Riordan Special Tour: Christmas Twilight Tour

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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The original 1904 light fixtures with Edison style bulbs provide a beautiful glow in the Riordan Mansion for this special evening tour. These special guided tours will focus on the history behind Christmas traditions and guests will have the special treat of seeing the Christmas tree and billiards room photo transparency windows at night. Reservations required.

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Friday, December 20, 2024   4-6 p.m.

Strolling With Santa

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Weather permitting, the grounds will be lit with luminarias and Santa will be strolling the grounds, Visitor Center, and West House museum to visit with children to hear their Christmas wishes. Hot apple cider will be available in the visitor center.

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December 21 | Jan. 18 | Feb. 15 | March 29   10:00 a.m.

The Soldier's March

Picacho Peak State Park

Have you ever heard of the Battle of Picacho Pass? Do you want to know what happened that fateful day? Join Ranger Noah for a short walk through the history of the most westward Civil War battle that took place in Arizona. Learn the who, what, where, and why of the battle and how it affected the path to statehood for Arizona.

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Saturday, December 21, 2024   1:00 p.m.

Santa at the Park!

Patagonia Lake State Park

Guess Who's Coming to Town? Join Patagonia Lake State Park in celebrating the season! Activities include ornament crafts, a cakewalk, and a campsite decoration contest! Plus, don't miss an appearance by Santa Claus himself!

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December 29, January 30, February 27, March 30   Time varies

Thank the Stars Above at Picacho Peak

Picacho Peak State Park

Come down to Picacho Peak State Park and take a look at the beautiful stars above. In this program, you will learn about some of the constellations in our night skies.

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January 1, 2025   10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

First Day Hike at Picacho Peak

Picacho Peak State Park

Start 2025 with a guided hike on New Year's Day! Registration required.

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January 1, 2025   8 a.m.

First Day Hike at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Step off the year on the right foot with our First Day Hike, welcome to all! Registration required.

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January 9-12, 2024  

Havasu Balloon Festival and Fair

Lake Havasu State Park
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The three day festival and fair is jam packed with tethered balloon rides an art village, face painting, dog shows, great bands and entertainers on the main stage, paper balloon launching, a carnival, musical and theatrical groups, classic cars, remote control planes, untethered balloon rides, Night Glow, delicious food in the food court, and much more!

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January 16-19, 2025   10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Buses by the Bridge

Lake Havasu State Park

Who doesn’t love the quirkiness of an old VW bus? What started as a split-window campout has turned into a Volkswagen extravaganza with VW buses coming from all over the country for a giant campout at Lake Havasu State Park.

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Monthly   Times vary

Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Lost Dutchman State Park.

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January - April 2025  

Alamo Lake Fishing Tournaments

Alamo Lake State Park

Check out the upcoming fishing tournaments heading to Alamo Lake State Park!

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February 23 | March 9   10 a.m.

Wildflower Walk With a Ranger at Picacho Peak State Park

Picacho Peak State Park

Join our flower-loving park rangers at Picacho Peak State Park and learn about the many wildflowers that bloom in the Sonoran Desert.

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Tuesday, March 18, 2025   7-8 p.m.

Nighttime Owl Prowl at Lost Dutchman

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Join Vera, Arizona State Park volunteers and experienced birder, on a journey to discover and learn about the owls of the Sonoran Desert.

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