Programs & Events
Lost Dutchman State Park
Music at the Mountain Karaoke Jam
Fridays, Nov. 14, 2025 - Mar. 27, 2026
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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!
History of the state of Arizona and Lost Dutchman State Park
Friday, November 28
11 a.m.
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.
Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert - Guided Hike
Various Fridays Oct.-Dec.
8 a.m.
Learn about the amazing and diverse wildlife of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Lisa.
Full Moon Hike at Lost Dutchman
Monthly (October - March)
Varies by Date
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!
Family Campout at Lost Dutchman
December 6-7, 2025
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!
Become a Junior.... (Kids Program)
First Sunday of the Month, Dec. through Mar.
10:00 a.m.
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
Sonoran Desert Botany Hike
Nov. 14 | Dec. 12 | Dec. 26
9 a.m.
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,...
Saguaro Safari at Lost Dutchman
Various Saturdays, Nov. 2025-Mar. 2026
9:00 a.m.
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.
Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman
Thursdays, Monthly (November - March)
8:30-10 a.m.
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!
First Day Kids Hike at Lost Dutchman
Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026
9:00 a.m.
Join us for a kid friendly hike on the 1st of the year.
Star Party at Lost Dutchman
Monthly (Oct. - Mar.)
Times vary
Want to learn more about the stars and planets? Then head to Lost Dutchman State Park for a star party! Registration is required!
Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones
Monthly
Times vary
Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Lost Dutchman State Park.
Superstition Mountain Geology
Saturday, Jan.24, 2026
11 a.m.
Join ASU professor Steve Semken and learn about the geology of the Superstition Mountains.
Galaxy Glazer at Lost Dutchman
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
5:30-7:30
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.
