Due to safety concerns, walk-in entry and hiker drop-off/pick-up is not permitted.
Dump station is not open to the public.
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.
Upcoming events:
November 19, 2026
December 17, 2026
January 21, 2027
February 18, 2027
March 18, 2027
MORE EVENTS
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October 16, 30 | November 20 | December 4, 18
Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert - Guided Hike
Learn about the amazing and diverse wildlife of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park volunteers Lisa and Abi. This is an Outdoors250 event.
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Fridays, November 6 - April 16th (Cancelled Christmas Day)
Music in Lost Dutchman State Park: Miss America is back!
Miss America is back to host a creative musical event at the park, featuring Y-O-U!
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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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Saturdays, Monthly (December - March)
Night Hike at Lost Dutchman
This ranger-guided evening hike features beautiful views of the Superstition Mountains and will focus on a different topic each hike. Registration is required.
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Monthly
Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones
Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Lost Dutchman State Park.
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Monthly, October 2026 - January 2027
Sonoran Desert Botany Hike
Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike. Explore the trails and learning about local cacti, trees, and shrubs, seeing how they've adapted to grow in and support this ecosystem. This is an Outdoors250 event.
