Construction Advisory: Construction will be taking place in the main campground near both restroom/shower buildings Oct. 2024 - May 2025 to replace the lift stations at the restrooms. Be prepared for construction-related traffic and increased noise levels. Porta potties are available for toilets. Showers and sinks may be limited or closed at times due to maintenance issues. Water and electricity may be temporarily disrupted when switching over utilities for a few hours at a time.
Due to safety concerns, walk-in entry and hiker drop-off/pick-up is not permitted.
The dump station and showers are closed to anyone not camping at the park.
Star Party at Lost Dutchman
Lost Dutchman State Park
Monthly (October - March) Times vary
Come explore the world beyond your everyday realm. Star Parties are out of this world! Registration is required; see sign-up information below.
The Superstition Mountain Astronomical League provides telescopic views of the moon, planets, star clusters, and galaxies during this informal, explore-at-your-own-pace program. Treating is not available at this program to reduce tripping hazards. Please park in an adjacent parking lot as telescopes will occupy the Cholla site for walk-through viewing.
To ensure a smooth and spectacular experience, visitors and visitation times will be limited. Registration cost is $5 per participant: as long as everyone in a single car is registered for the event, there will not be an additional car fee. Register up to a day before the event; no walk-ups. Registrants have a 30-minute window to arrive: only 15 minutes before or after the start of your selected time slot. (For example, if your slot is 7-7:45 p.m., you will only be allowed entry between 6:45-7:15 pm). Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate late arrivals. Please plan accordingly.
No pets nor personal telescopes, please. Gate closes promptly after the program. Event is weather permitting. In the case of cancelation, you will be notified via email, and your fees will be refunded within a few days. Please allow a week or so for the refund to appear on your bank notes.
Upcoming Events (2 Sessions Per Night)
| Session 1 | Session 2 | |
| October 12, 2024 | 7-7:45 p.m. | 8-8:45 p.m. |
| November 23, 2024 | 6:30-7:15 p.m. | 7:30-8:15 p.m. |
| December 7, 2024 | 6:30-7:15 p.m. | 7:30-8:15 p.m. |
| January 4, 2025 | 6:30-7:15 p.m. | 7:30-8:15 p.m. |
| February 1, 2025 | 7-7:45 p.m. | 8-8:45 p.m. |
| March 29, 2025 | 7-7:45 p.m. | 8-8:45 p.m. |
MORE EVENTS
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Fridays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27
Music at the Mountain Karaoke Jam
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!
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Thursdays, Monthly (November - March)
Desert Birding at Lost Dutchman
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!
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January 1, 2025
First Day Hike at Lost Dutchman
Step off the year on the right foot with our First Day Hike, welcome to all! Registration required.
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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!
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Tuesdays, Monthly (November - May)
Guided Bird Walk at Lost Dutchman
Join us at Lost Dutchman State Park for a guided walk with experienced birder Vera on the trails searching for our feathered friends.
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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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Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Nighttime Owl Prowl at Lost Dutchman
Join Vera, Arizona State Park volunteers and experienced birder, on a journey to discover and learn about the owls of the Sonoran Desert.
