Programs & Events
Picacho Peak State Park
Guided Hike on the Calloway Trail
3rd Saturday of each month (October-April) 10 a.m.
Join our park guide as you trek the Calloway Trail at Picacho Peak! Learn about hiking safety as you enjoy the surroundings up to the Calloway overlook--situated under the face of Picacho Peak. All skill levels are welcome on this guided hike! Registration required. This is an Outdoors250 event.
Curious About Cactus at Picacho Peak State Park
Various Saturdays through March 2026
Varies by Date
The Sonoran Desert is home to many different prickly cacti - from the tiniest Hedgehog cactus to the tallest Saguaro. Join our rangers on a 30-minute short loop around the Sage Ramada as we identify the many types of cacti and succulents you can find in the Sonoran Desert region.
Scorpion Hunt at Picacho!
January 23 | March 20, 2026
Varies by Date
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.
Guided Hike to the Peak on the Hunter Trail
Twice Monthly (October - April) 8 a.m. (Unless Otherwise Noted)
Join a park guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360-degree views from the top of Picacho Peak. Registration required. This is an Outdoors250 event.
Junior Ranger Guided Hike at Picacho Peak
Twice monthly (November-March)
10 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 a ranger on a short hike in our park that is suitable for all ages! This is an Outdors250 event.
Picacho Peak Bird Walk
Sunday, January 25
9 a.m.
Walk the trails with one of our rangers and learn of the many birds inhabiting the Sonoran Desert region! This event is part of Outdoors250.
Night Hikes at Picacho Peak
February 6, 2026
Varies by Date
Join us for a magical hike under the light of the full moon. This is an Outdoors250 event.
The Soldier's March
Saturdays - Feb 7, 2026 | Mar 7, 2026 10 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.
Touch Table Talk at Picacho
Februrary 8, 2026 10:00 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.
Thank the Stars Above at Picacho Peak
Jan 16 | Feb 13 | Mar 13 Time varies
Come down to Picacho Peak State Park and take a look at the beautiful stars above. In this program, you will learn about some of the constellations in our night skies.
Shelter Dog Walking Program
Second Saturdays, Monthly (November-April)
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9 a.m. - noon
We are partnering with Pinal County Animal Care and Control to help get shelter dogs out on the trail! Join us to walk dogs along the Nature Loop at the park.
Desert Duos at Picacho Peak State Park
Feb 15 | Mar 15 | Mar 29 10 a.m.
Have you ever had a best friend you just couldn’t live without? Well, residents here at Picacho Peak take that quite literally.
Star Party at Picacho Peak
Feb. 21 | Apr. 24, 2026
Time varies
Come out for a night under the stars at Picacho Peak State Park! The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will be on site with high-powered telescopes and guides to the night sky.
PokePeak (A PokemonGo Hike)
Sunday, February 22, 2026 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. This is an Outdors250 event.
Guided Hike on the Sunset Vista Trail
Various Saturdays (November - March)
10 a.m.
Join a park guide on the scenic Sunset Vista Trail that will lead you to the top of Picacho Peak. Registration required. This is an Outdoors250 event.
Into the Snake Den
Jan. 11 | Mar. 8, 2026
10 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!
Walk Among the Dinosaurs at Picacho Peak (Jurassic World Alive)
Sunday, March 22, 2026 10 a.m.
Walk among the dinosaurs in our Arizona deserts! Millions of years ago, this land belonged to the giants. And the environment was different from the desert you see around you today. This is an Outdors250 event.
Concert at Picacho Peak - Yampa Valley Steve
Sunday, March 22, 2026 5:00 p.m.
Enjoy music at the park with Yampa Valley Steve, whose motto is "Loaded with Music, Have Fun, Will Travel."
