The Guindani Trailhead is closed due to wildfire. Smoke may be present at the park.
The lower loop campground restroom will be closed starting at 2 p.m. April 23 until further notice.
The park will be under a fire ban starting June 1. No fires at any time, excluding propane grills (which cannot be left unattended).
Please excuse our mess. We are working hard to make future improvements to the Kartchner Caverns campground. Several areas are under construction and there may be construction noises as early as 7:00 a.m.
Please see our Cave Tours page for information on how to prepare for your visit.
Star Party at Kartchner Caverns!
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Sept. 7 | Oct. 5 | Nov. 2, 2024 1 - 9 p.m.
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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!
Star parties are popular draws for people who want to take advantage of the chance to learn from knowledgeable and experienced local astronomers.
Volunteers from the Huachuca Astronomy Club will be setting up telescopes and sharing their vast knowledge of planets, stars and star clusters, nebulae, and other wonders to be seen in the dark night sky.
There is no additional program cost but standard park entry fees apply ($7 per vehicle), except for Arizona State Park annual pass holders, or visitors with cave tour or camping reservations. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring a red light flashlight or ask a ranger for a filter. The event is weather permitting; inclement weather or poor viewing conditions may result in cancelation.
2024 Star Party Schedule
May 4 from 1-9 p.m., featuring speaker Dr. Kaitlin Krater from 5-6 p.m.
June 1 from 6-10 p.m.
September 7 from 1-9:30 p.m.
October 5 from 1-9 p.m., featuring a guest speaker from 5-6 p.m.
November 2 from 1-9 p.m.
MORE EVENTS
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July 20 | Aug. 24 | Sept. 21, 2024
Bat Walk
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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Saturday, October 19, 2024
Bat Fest
Join park rangers, partners and vendors for this day long celebration of our flying friends!