Statewide Calendar

76 Scheduled Events

April 11-12, 2025  

Nauti Water Racing

Lake Havasu State Park

Come out to Lake Havasu State Park to see the Nauti Water jet ski races on April 11-12.

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April 12, 2025   10 a.m.

Strut Your Mutt

Lyman Lake State Park

Come out and show off your pet at the Lyman Lake Strut Your Mutt event!

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April 12, 2025   Times vary

Moonlight Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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Join us for a rare opportunity to enjoy the moonrise and sunset from the trail while learning about the natural world and the Sedona area.

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April 12-13, 2025   Saturday 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Sunday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

History of the American Soldier

Fort Verde State Historic Park
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Experience a military history timeline for our country, from the Revolutionary War to our present day soldier.

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Saturdays, Oct. 19 to 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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Wednesdays and Saturdays   8 a.m. | 7 a.m. (June)

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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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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Saturday, April 12, 2025   9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Desert Dialogues: Coexisting With Venomous Reptiles

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Join Kartchner Caverns State Park for a talk on coexisting with venomous reptiles.

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Sunday, April 13, 2025   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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April 13, 2025   3 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: The Ones Who Were Hired

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Enjoy a a specialized tour that highlights the individuals who worked for the Riordans. We will discuss not only the employees that made the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company so successful, but also the domestics that worked in the house. Hear their stories about their experiences and how they contributed to the community of Flagstaff.

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Wed. and Sun. (through April) | Wednesdays (starting May)   10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (through April) | 9-11 a.m. (starting May)

Apple Packing Shed Open House

Slide Rock State Park

Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead history. Come and see the Bean Cutler 1933 Sorter and Bean Cutler Polisher added in 1946.

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Sundays   9 a.m. | 8 a.m. (May)

Sunday Guided Hikes

Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Hike the trails of Dead Horse Ranch State Park with an experienced hiking guide.

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Sunday, April 13, 2025   10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Shelter Dog Walking with PACC

Catalina State Park

Stretch your legs and help a pup from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) get out into nature on a short hike! Several ready-to-adopt dogs will be available to walk and staff from PACC will be present to answer questions.

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Sundays and Wednesdays   Time varies

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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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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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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April 14, 2025   12:15 p.m.

Lunchtime Lecture: "Dock Marston: The Colorado River Historian" with Tom Martin

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Join local author and historian Tom Martin as he presents on his new book, Dock Marston: Grand Canyon’s Colorado River Running Historian, Vol 1.

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Second and fourth Mondays   Times vary

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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Tuesdays, Monthly (November - April)   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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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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April 18-20, 2025   Times vary

34th Annual Lake Havasu Boat Show

Lake Havasu State Park

In its 34th year, the Marine Association originally designed this event to promote marine businesses in the Lake Havasu region, and, today, it is now one of the largest premier outdoor boat shows in the entire Southwest!

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Fridays, April 4, 11, 18, 2025   2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Music at the Mountain Karaoke Jam

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Miss America is back to host a creative musical event at the park, featuring Y-O-U! Bring your talent (or plain enthusiasm is fine too!), voice or other instruments to this combination karaoke/ jam session!

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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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Friday, April 18, 2025   9 a.m.

Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert - Guided Hike

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Learn about the amazing and diverse wildlife of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Lisa.

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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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April 19, 2025   10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt

Lyman Lake State Park

Calling all ages! Come join us for an Easter egg hunt, crafts, games, and more!

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Saturday, April 19, 2025   4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Earth Day Event: Music on the Trail

Oracle State Park
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Celebrate Earth Day at Oracle State Park with the annual Music on the Trail!

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Monthly (April - September)   Varies by Date

Bat Walk

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Kartchner Caverns invites you to join us for a nighttime walk in the park to learn about bats! Guests will see and hear bats interacting within their natural environment while learning about the diversity of these awesome flying mammals. Registration required.

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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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Saturday, April 19, 2025   10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Earth Day Celebration at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park
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Celebrate Earth Day with us under the red rocks in beautiful Sedona! Learn from our park rangers, volunteers, and community partners about some of the plants, animals, and beautiful landscapes in the Sedona area and across Arizona.

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Monthly, third Saturdays, April-November   6 p.m.

Star Party and Guest Speaker 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, April 19, 2025   4-6 p.m.

Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers

Catalina State Park

Enjoy an afternoon of country western and folk music with recording artists Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers.

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Sunday, April 20, 2025   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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First and third Mondays   10-11 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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April 22, 2025   10 a.m.

Earth Day Celebration at Lyman Lake

Lyman Lake State Park
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Come celebrate Earth Day with us at Lyman lake State Park! Experience the expansive views, a beautiful lake, and gorgeous Arizona skies at this awesome event!

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April 24-26, 2025  

Desert Storm

Lake Havasu State Park

Check out one of the largest boating events in the western United States, held at Lake Havasu State Park on April 24-26!

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April 24-27, 2025  

Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival

Dead Horse Ranch State Park
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Come to the park for a fun festival of exploring birds, bugs and nature!

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Saturday, April 26, 2025   1-9 p.m.

Star Party at Kartchner Caverns

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Join Kartchner Caverns, an International Dark Sky Park, for a star party! This program offers daytime solar viewing, a presentation on an imaging program of the planet Mars, and night sky viewing through high powered telescopes.

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Saturday, April 26, 2025   6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Star Party at Oracle State Park

Oracle State Park
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Join us for an unforgettable evening at Oracle State Park filled with stargazing!

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April 26, 2025   8:30 a.m.

Homolovi II Ancestral Hopi Pueblo Tour and Petroglyphs

Homolovi State Park

Join a ranger lead hike at the Homolovi II Ancestral Hopi Pueblo. Guests will see the outline of five domestic rooms and a reconstructed ceremonial structure (kiva). The petroglyphs are located below the mesa.

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Sunday, April 27, 2025   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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Sunday, April 27, 2025   8-11 a.m.

Lost Dutchman State Park Clean Up

Lost Dutchman State Park
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Join Local First Arizona, Odysea Aquarium, and the Arizona State Parks and Trails for a Keep Arizona Beautiful litter cleanup at the Lost Dutchman State Park.

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May 2, 2025   9 a.m.

Hopi Pottery Talk at Homolovi

Homolovi State Park

Join Park Ranger and Hopi Potter, Gwen Setalla for a discussion and demonstration of traditional Hopi pottery.

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Saturday, May 3, 2025   5-7 p.m.

Music in the Mountains: House of Funk Chamber Quartet

Catalina State Park

Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.

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Saturday, May 3, 2025   11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Mother and Daughter Tea Party at Lyman Lake

Lyman Lake State Park

Join us for a special mother and daughter tea party at Lyman Lake State Park!

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Saturday, May 3, 2025   7:00 - 9:00 a.m.

First Saturday Hike - Photography Hike at Oracle State Park

Oracle State Park
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Join a guided photography hike at Oracle State Park. Learn essential settings and techniques to capture stunning landscape and wildlife photos and then practice your skills on the trail. Registration is required.

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May 3, 2025   Time varies

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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May 3 | 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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First Sundays of the month (May-October)   9-11 a.m.

Butterfly Walk

Rockin' River Ranch State Park
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Join Rockin' River Ranch State Park for a guided butterfly walk led by Butterfly Enthusiasts of Northern Arizona, a local chapter of the North American Butterfly Association.

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Sunday, May 4, 2025   11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Outdoor Photography Workshop

Red Rock State Park
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Want to learn more about outdoor photography and become more confident in your skills? Join the rangers at Red Rock State Park for an Introduction to Photography Workshop!

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Saturday, May 10, 2025   9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Desert Dialogues: Caves, Karst and Mines

Kartchner Caverns State Park

Join Kartchner Caverns for a Desert Dialogues educational presentation on caves, karst, and mines.

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Sundays, May 11 | June 8 | July 13, 2025   9-10:30 a.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Historic Milton Walking Tour

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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A 90-minute guided walk from Riordan Mansion to explore the Arizona Lumber and Timber Company property and the town site of Milton.

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May 12, 2025   12:15 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Lunchtime Lecture: Murder & Mystery, Myth & History: The 1887 Little Johnny Elden Story

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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The best-known and perhaps most-visited gravesite in northern Arizona belongs to little Johnny Elden, Jr. His murder in 1887 remains one of the most infamous in Arizona

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Wednesday, May 14, 21, and 28, 2025   6:30 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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May 16th & 17th   5:30 and 7:00

Riordan Masion Whisky Tasting at Tim’s Table

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Whisky Tasting at Tim’s Table

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May 17, 2025   10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A Soldier's Camp - Living History Event at Fort Verde

Fort Verde State Historic Park

This look back in time demonstrates how a soldier in the late 1800’s would manage his camp and what he would need out on the frontier to be successful.

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May 17, 2025   9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mariachi Festival

Patagonia Lake State Park
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Welcome back to this popular area event! Join us to enjoy a day of international mariachi dancing and bands. Local food and wine vendors and activities for the kids are all part of this fun event.

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Saturdays, May 17 | Sept. 13 | Nov. 22, 2025   8-11:30 a.m. | 12:30-4 p.m.

Lint Camp

Kartchner Caverns State Park
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Get involved with conservation work at Kartchner Caverns with this public volunteer opportunity held four times annually. The program involves gently brushing lint off of curbs and rocks near the trail system.

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Saturday, May 17, 2025   9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating Radio: Parks on the Air

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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The Coconino Amateur Radio Club will be onsite with radios and antennas, participating in a Parks on the Air event with local amateur radio operators contacting stations from near and far, from local, to state, and worldwide. 

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May 24 | June 28 | July 5 | July 26 | August 30   7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Concert at the Lake

Lyman Lake State Park
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Ready to have a toe-tapping good time this summer? Bring your camping chair and enjoy some live music next to the campfire.

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May 24 through August 30   6 p.m.

Ranger Led Hikes at Lyman Lake State Park

Lyman Lake State Park
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Join us for a ranger-led hike every Saturday, from May 25 through August 30.

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May 24 | June 14 | June 28 | July 5 | July 19 | August 16 | August 30-31, 2025   10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Fishing Clinics at Lyman Lake

Lyman Lake State Park

Join us and learn how to fish - equipment is provided!

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Saturday, May 24, 2025   10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wheels by the Lake Classic Car Show

Lyman Lake State Park

Come join us for fun in the sun, classic cars, door prizes, and prizes for best in categories!

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Saturday, June 7, 2025   7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

First Saturday Hike - Scorpion Hike

Oracle State Park
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Join us for an exciting evening searching for and learning about scorpions! We'll discuss interesting information about these arachnids, including their food sources and ecosystems, plus methods to naturally keep these little critters away from your home and other structures. As we hike the trail, we'll stop to watch the scorpions glow under our black lights! Registration required.

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Saturday, June 7, 2025   6-8 p.m.

Music in the Mountains: Marana Big Fat Band

Catalina State Park

Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.

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June 13-14, 2025   2 p.m.

Father's Day Outing

Lyman Lake State Park

Join us for a father/son overnight outing! There will be kayaking and fishing, as well as a few other activities throughout the day, plus a campfire at night.

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Saturday, June 21, 2025   10 a.m.

Scavenger Hunt

Lyman Lake State Park

Are you a fan of puzzles? If so, join us for our Scavenger Hunt!

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July 5, 2025   5 p.m.

Stroll Your Roll Parade

Lyman Lake State Park
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Deck out your ATV, Stroller, Bike, Scooter, etc. and join our 4th of July Parade around the park!

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Saturday, July 5, 2025   6-8 p.m.

Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Vicky Smith

Catalina State Park

Join us for an evening of live music with beautiful views of the Catalina Mountains.

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August 10, 2025   3 p.m.

Riordan Mansion Special Tour: Art and Architecture

Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
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Riordan Mansion and art have gone hand in hand since the mansion was created in 1904; through artwork that decorates the interior and the structure of the house itself. This specialty tour examines the Riordans’ art collection and the Arts and Crafts Movement which inspired the design for the Riordans’ home. 

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August 30, 2025   Launch at 6:30 p.m.

Patriotic Glow Boat Parade

Lyman Lake State Park

Join us Labor Day weekend at Lyman Lake for a patriotic water parade and decorating contest!

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Saturdays, October 4 | 11 | 18 | 25, 2025   6 to 8 p.m.

Haunted House

Lyman Lake State Park
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We’ll be having our Haunted House every Saturday in October from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Lake House.

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Sunday, October 12, 2025   4 p.m.

Spooktacular Camping at Lyman Lake

Lyman Lake State Park
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Decorate your campsite or cabin and join us for a trunk or treat event at the park!

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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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Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025   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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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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