Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect; wood and charcoal fires are prohibited. Gas/propane stoves are permitted for cooking only. Smoking is prohibited in the park except within an enclosed vehicle.
Construction is currently taking place between the ranch house parking lot and patio. Visitors cannot currently access the ranch house or parking.
Scorpion Hike at Oracle State Park
Oracle State Park
Saturday, September 6, 2025 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.
Want to learn about scorpions and see them glow under a black light while hiking on a beautiful trail at Oracle State Park? Then join us at Oracle State Park for an exciting evening searching for and learning about scorpions!
Please meet at the Group Use parking lot at 7 p.m., and be prepared to hike roughly one mile along Bellota Trail, which has rocky terrain and elevation changes. We recommend bringing hiking shoes, plenty of water, and a black light. If you do not have a black light, you are welcome to purchase one at the ranch house before the event. Keep in mind that this program will start around sunset and end in the dark.
This event is free with regular day use admission or your annual state parks pass displayed on your vehicle. See you there!
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Saturday, September 13 - Registration Required
Night Sky Photography Workshop at Oracle State Park
Join for a unique night sky photography workshop at Oracle State Park—an International Dark Sky Park! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to take long exposure photos with your camera while enjoying the incredible star-filled skies the park is known for. Registration is required.
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Saturday, September 20, 2025
Star Party at Oracle State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Oracle State Park filled with stargazing!
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Saturdays, Oct. 25, 2025
Geology Tour at Oracle State Park
Join Oracle State Park’s volunteer geologist, Maribeth Greenslade, on a tour of the unique geology of the Santa Catalina Mountains region. This program is by reservation only.
