The Civil War event for March 21-22 has been canceled due to heat.
There is currently a water shortage at the park. No filling is allowed.
Guided Hike on the Calloway Trail
Picacho Peak State Park
3rd Saturday of each month (October-April) 10 a.m.
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.
This event is part of Outdoors250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
Call park to register at 520-466-3183 or register online!
Upcoming Dates - Third Saturday of each month from October - April
- Oct. 18
- Nov. 15 (no registration required)
- Dec. 20
- Jan. 17
- Feb. 21
- Mar. 21
- Apr. 18
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Twice Monthly (October - April)
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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Various Saturdays through March 2026
Curious About Cactus at Picacho Peak State Park
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March 29, 2026
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Second Saturdays, Monthly (November-April)
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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Apr. 24, 2026
Star Party at Picacho Peak
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