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Guided Hike on the Calloway Trail
Picacho Peak State Park
Monthly, Oct 17, 2026 - April 17, 2027 Varies by Date
Learn about hiking safety, and enjoy the scenic surroundings of the Sonoran Desert as you join our park guide to trek the Calloway Trail to an overlook on the face of Picacho Peak! Register at the link below.
The elevation gain of this trail is 334 feet and the hike's total distance will be 1 mile. Plan on hiking approximately 1.5-2 hours. Hikers will meet at the Calloway Trail Head located on Harrington Loop.
All skill levels are welcome on this guided hike!
Free with paid park entry. Don't forget to bring plenty of water, wear the proper clothing and footwear and sunscreen.
Call park to register at 520-466-3183 or register online!
October 17, 2026, Saturday - 8 a.m.
November 21, 2026, Saturday - 10 a.m.
December 19, 2026, Saturday - 10 a.m.
January 16, 2027, Saturday - 10 a.m.
February 20, 2027, Saturday - 10 a.m.
March 20, 2027, Saturday - 10 a.m.
April 171, 2027, Saturday - 8 a.m.
MORE EVENTS
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Twice Monthly (October - April)- Saturdays
Guided Hike to the Peak on the Hunter Trail
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.
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Saturdays, Nov 7, 2026 | Feb 6, 2027
Guided Hike on the Sunset Vista Trail
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.
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Twice monthly (November-March)
Junior Ranger Guided Hike at Picacho Peak
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.
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Various Fridays, Nov 20, 2026 - March 26, 2027
Night Hikes at Picacho Peak
Join us for a magical hike under the light of the full moon.
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Nov. 21 | Dec. 19 | Jan. 16 | Feb. 20 | March 20
Shelter Dog Walking Program
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.
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Saturday-Sunday, November 21-22, 2026
An American Civil War Encampment: Special Event
Learn about the life of a Civil War soldier! Enjoy food from Calvin's Still Smokin BBQ, a Ranger talk, and weapons demonstration! - CANCELED
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Monthly, Oct 17, 2026 - April 17, 2027
Geology Hike on the Calloway Trail at Picacho Peak
Join our guided geology hike along the Calloway Trail.
