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First Day Hike at Kartchner Caverns!
Kartchner Caverns State Park
January 1, 2026 10 a.m.
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 and explore the geology and history of the San Pedro River Valley. Make sure to bring water, sunscreen, a hat, appropriate clothing and shoes. The trail does encounter elevation changes, loose gravel, rocky and steep terrain. There are also stairs along the way. Meet at the Discovery Center.
This hike is dependent on weather.
As part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary, all First Day Hikes will be offered with no fee!
