Programs & Events
March 23 | Apr. 13
8 a.m.
Have you ever wondered what the top of Picacho Peak looks like? Well, wonder no more! Join our wonderful Ranger Kira on a hike to the peak. You and a few other hikers will be guided up to the top of the mountain via the Sunset Trail.
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March 23, 2024
10:30 a.m.
Have you ever heard of the Battle of Picacho Pass? Do you want to know what happened that fateful day? Join Ranger Noah for a short walk through the history of the most westward Civil War battle that took place in Arizona. Learn the who, what, where, and why of the battle and how it affected the path to statehood for Arizona.
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March 23, 2024
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Come see Civil War living history displays at Picacho Peak State Park, the site of the furthest west battlefield of the Civil War. Living history demonstrations and interpretive talks will occur throughout the day.
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March 24
10 a.m.
Come on down to Picacho Peak and start your Pokemon Go adventure with a ranger by your side! This short hike will bring you to multiple stops where you can catch, collect, and learn about the desert around you and the creatures that might be here.
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Sundays (weather permitting)
9 - 10 a.m.
Join us on Sundays at the park for yoga in the outdoors!
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March 30
8 a.m.
Have you ever wanted to learn more about Picacho Peak's trails? Well, wonder no more! Join our wonderful Ranger Kira on a hike at the park. Learn more about the mountain and the surrounding areas, make some new hiking buddies, and enjoy the views.
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March 30, 2024
11 a.m.
Do you and your kids love being outside? Are you all fascinated with nature? Then come out to Picacho Peak State Park for a Junior Ranger Guided Hike! Join Ranger Noah on a short hike in our park that is suitable for all ages!
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March 31
6:30 p.m.
Join our rangers in a search for some amazing scorpions! Look by rocks, in bushes, and even just crawling around on the ground. These skittering scorpions are not too hard to find once you start looking.
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April 6
Times vary
Have you ever wanted to get to the peak of Picacho but didn’t want to do it alone? Join our local volunteer Charles! He will guide you and a group of hikers up to the peak via our Hunter or Sunset trails.
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November - June
Times vary
Join a park ranger at Picacho Peak for a night of stargazing. You'll learn about constellations, wayfinding, and can even peer through a telescope for a closer look at the stars.
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April 14
9:30 a.m.
Come on down to the Visitor Center and ask a ranger about our touch table! Learn about the different plants, animals, and minerals here at Picacho Peak. Take a closer look at some animal skulls, feel some cool pelts, and learn about the different minerals on our peak.
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April 20
Times Vary
Join a park volunteer guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360 degree views from the top of Picacho Peak.
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Apr. 21
10 a.m.
Walk the trails with one of our rangers and learn of the many birds inhabiting the Sonoran Desert region!
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April 28
9:30 a.m.
Join our park rangers at Picacho Peak State Park and learn about some simply spectacular serpents! From the tricky hognose to the stunning rattler, these snakes are absolutely ecstatic to meet you!
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