Join us for a sit-down informational program where you will learn about the history of our great state and the history of our beautiful park.

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During this holiday season, help us give back to the community! Contribute to a food drive to support local food banks by dropping off your donation at Kartchner Caverns State Park.

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Join us for a ranger led hike to learn about  the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek.

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Join us for a ranger led hike to learn about  the diverse avian wildlife at Patagonia Lake and Sonoita Creek.

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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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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. There will be no hike on October 21-22, 2025 due to staff training.

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It is an honor to care for the historic building that once served as a jailhouse, a hospital, and the first Pinal County Courthouse. Volunteer with us to assist in its preservation and to welcome visitors.

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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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The Sonoran Desert is home to many different prickly cacti - from the tiniest Hedgehog cactus to the tallest Saguaro. Join our rangers on a 30-minute short loop around the Sage Ramada as we identify the many types of cacti and succulents you can find in the Sonoran Desert region.

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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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Experience a boat tour around Patagonia Lake! Discover the history, vegetation, and overwhelming beauty of the surrounding area.

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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. No hike on October 22, 2025 due to staff training.

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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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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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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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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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Celebrate the holiday season by decorating the trails at Roper Lake State Park!

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

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Spread some warmth this season and support your neighbors with donations to the Jerome Food Pantry.

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Join us for ranger-led hikes every month!

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Join us for a magical hike under the light of the full moon.

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Have you ever wanted to learn about the history of the ranch house and land at Oracle State Park? We are excited to once again be offering historic house tours this fall!

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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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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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Birding Meet-Up at Ranch House Patio at Oracle State Park

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Get in the holiday spirit and join us for a day of Victorian Christmas!

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Arizona Family Campout Program weekends are designed for families that have little or no experience camping. We will introduce you to the great experiences you can share with your family and inspire you to continue to explore the great outdoors!

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Help eradicate buffelgrass from the park and Save Our Saguaros! Be prepared to work hard!

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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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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 a ranger on a short hike in our park that is suitable for all ages!

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In this hands-on class, you’ll carve your own traditional fire-by-friction set and learn how to coax flame from wood using only natural materials and ancient techniques. Jon will guide you step-by-step through the process, blending practical survival knowledge with a deep respect for ancestral ways.

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Join us for our concert series for an evening of smooth jazz!

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Join us for a hands-on photography experience at Oracle State Park, perfect for nature enthusiasts and aspiring photographers!

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Join us for a new series of kid focused programs. The program will be held the first Sunday of the month at 10am Dec. through March

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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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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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Join our rangers in a search for some amazing scorpions! Look by rocks, in bushes, and even just crawling around on the ground. These skittering scorpions are not too hard to find once you start looking.

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Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Valerie. You'll spend an hour exploring the trails and learning about local cacti, trees, and shrubs,...

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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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Just how big is the biggest cactus in the United States? Can you eat it? What role does it play in our desert community? Get answers to these questions and more when you join us for a ranger-led hike to observe and learn about the mighty saguaro.

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

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Jack's back! Join us as we welcome Jack Lasseter, well known local orator and historian, to share stories about the animals who share this land with us.

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Lake Havasu State Park will again be offering free admission for the Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. Guests will be able to view the parade from the London Bridge Channel shoreline and can make an ornament craft while supplies last.

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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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Members of the CycleKart Club will be displaying their vintage-inspired designs. Root for your favorites at the races, which will occur every 30 minutes. Come and see these exciting machines in action!

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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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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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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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Join us for a lively and entertaining walk of the park grounds, featuring a brief overview of the town of Jerome, its mining operations, and its people.

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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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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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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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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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Join us for our concert series featuring the Old Arizona Brass Band.

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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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Close out the year with the unforgettable music of Ted Ramirez, Tucson’s official folksinger, live at the Tubac Presidio. Ted’s songs honor the heritage of the Southwest, blending original ballads with beloved folk traditions. His...

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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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The original 1904 light fixtures with Edison style bulbs provide a beautiful glow in the Riordan Mansion for this special evening tour.

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Santa will be strolling the grounds, Visitor Center, and West House museum to visit with children to hear their Christmas wishes.

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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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The NEW Florence Farmers Market is located on the porch at McFarland State Park in Historic in the Town of Florence every third Saturday of the month.

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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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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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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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Join us at Buckskin Mountain State Park for a hike along the Buckskin Loop Trail.

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Kick off 2026 amid the red rocks of Sedona! Join us for the guided nature walk and learn more about the area.

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Start the New Year with a nature walk led by a Slide Rock State Park ranger.

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Explore Tonto Natural Bridge State Park from the viewpoints during this guided hike.

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Ring in the New Year with a group hike on a new trail!

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Boat tours and hikes ring in the New Year at Patagonia Lake State Park! Pick your adventure and enjoy a day outside!

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Start 2026 with a choice of two guided hikes on New Year's Day!

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Join us for a guided hike of the Petroglyph Trail (weather dependent). The trail requires a mild climb, and a number of petroglyphs (pictures carved on stone) and interpretive signs are easily visible.

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Join us for a kid friendly hike on the 1st of the year.

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Start off the new year with a Guided Hike at Oracle State Park along the Nature Trail!

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Join us for a hike along the Mariah Mesa Trail to explore plants, wildlife, and geology of the area.

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Nature In Your Backyard Winter Edition! Join us for an exploration of wintertime nature in Flagstaff. This guided walk will last about an hour as we explore our five acres.

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Join this guided hike of the Sunset Trail. The hike is moderate, with sand and gravel trails, about .75 miles long. The hike will feature scenic overlooks of the lake and end in our beautiful cactus garden with water and snacks.

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Come start your New Year off right and hike our Foothills Loop Trail with us.  Join rangers on a moderate 2.5 mile guided hike for the first day of the new year!

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Join a Park Ranger for a hike to Diné Point via the Tsu’vö trail. Hikers will pass by petroglyphs from the early occupation period at Homolovi (620-890AD) up to Diné Point overlook. The hike is on moderate, sandy trails and is approximately two miles total.

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Join us at 10 a.m. for a guided hike along the west lagoon, Arroyo Trail and Verde River Trail.

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Join us for a First Day Hike along the White Cliffs Trail.

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Meet at the launch ramp/trailhead area. This is an easy 1.5 mile round-trip along the shoreline with a stop at Whyte's Retreat. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, water, and snacks.

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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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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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Join us for our concert series for an evening of pleasant folk music!

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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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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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Join us for our concert series for jazz in the mountains!

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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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Join us for a magical evening of stargazing & ambient music at Oracle State Park, an official International Dark Sky 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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Join ASU professor Steve Semken and learn about the geology of the Superstition Mountains.

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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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Join us for our concert series to enjoy traditional celtic music in the mountains!

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Do you have your own telescope and want to come view the night sky? Join us for an evening of stargazing together. You must be able to set up your own telescope and have basic knowledge of how to use it on your own.

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

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Join us for our concert series to experience the funky reggae grooves of A1 Reggae!

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Enjoy music at the park with Yampa Valley Steve, whose motto is "Loaded with Music, Have Fun, Will Travel."

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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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