Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman
Lost Dutchman State Park
Thursdays, Monthly (November - March) 8:30-10 a.m.
Meet in the Palo Verde Day Use area and learn how to distinguish between birds and seek out our avian friends from hawks to hummingbirds throughout the trail!
Be prepared for a 1-mile, slow-paced bird walk on moderate, rocky terrain with a mild 150ft elevation gain. The program takes about 1.5 hours.
Please wear close-toed shoes, and don't forget water, a hat, and binoculars! Ages 10 and up are welcome. To increase chances of bird sightings, no pets please. Led by volunteer Hinde. The program is free with paid park entry. Free bird lists provided.
This event is part of Outdoors250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
Upcoming events:
November 20, 2025
December 18, 2025
January 22, 2026
February 26, 2026
March 26, 2026
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Tuesdays in February
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Thursdays, February 12 and 19
Innovative Insects - Arthropod Hike at Lost Dutchman
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Fridays, Nov. - Mar. 27, 2026 (Feb. 6, Canceled)
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Feb. 13 and 20 | March 13 and 27 | April 3 and 17
Sonoran Desert Botany Hike
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Various Saturdays, (November-March)
Saguaro Safari at Lost Dutchman
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. This is an Outdoors250 event.
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Monthly (Oct. - Mar.)
Star Party at Lost Dutchman
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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Monthly
Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones
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Monthly (October - March)
Full Moon Hike at Lost Dutchman
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! This is an Outdoors250 event.
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First Sunday of the Month, Dec. through Mar.
Become a Junior... (Kids Program)
Join us for a new series of kid focused programs. The program will be held the first Sunday of the month Dec. through March. This is an Outdoors250 event.
