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.
Wildlife of the Sonoran Desert - Guided Hike
Lost Dutchman State Park
Friday, April 18, 2025 9 a.m.

Learn about the amazing and diverse wildlife of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Lisa. This will be an easy 1.4 mile loop with little elevation gain and some loose, steep terrain in parts. The hike will be about an hour at a social pace, as we stop to observe interpretive signs and discuss interesting facts about wildlife. Children (ages 8 and up) and leashed dogs are welcome. Bring good shoes and water. Meet at the Palo Verde Day Use Ramada. Program is free with park entry. Hike will be limited to the first 12 participants on a first come first serve basis.
MORE EVENTS
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Fridays, April 4, 11, 18, 2025
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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Sunday, April 27, 2025
Lost Dutchman State Park Clean Up
Join Local First Arizona, Odysea Aquarium, and the Arizona State Parks and Trails for a Keep Arizona Beautiful litter cleanup at the Lost Dutchman State Park.
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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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Monthly
Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones
Yampa Valley Steve (Steve Jones), a singer-songwriter, will entertain you at Lost Dutchman State Park.