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Parking is only allowed in designated parking spots. Please observe all rules distributed by rangers when entering the park. Use caution as flooding is possible.
Programs & Events
Catalina State Park
Romero Site Interpretive Hike
First and Third Monday of the Month 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join our local interpretive guides for a hike to the Romero Ruins. With this program, you'll walk through one thousand years of Hohokam history in 90 minutes.
Guided Bird Walks at Catalina
Sundays and Wednesdays 7:30 a.m.
Experienced bird guides lead this bird walk. They will help you spot and identify various birds that live and visit the park. Novices, seasoned birders, and every experience level of birder will enjoy this event.
Catalina State Park - Past, Present, Future
Second and fourth Monday of the month 10 a.m.
Join one of our park volunteers to explore the history of Catalina State Park and its surroundings from the 1850s to today, and get a sneak peek of exciting upgrades planned.
Buffel Slayers
Saturday, March 30 8 a.m. to noon
There are many success stories in the fight against buffelgrass! Join the Buffel Slayers to eradicate buffelgrass from the park. Be prepared to work hard!
Sunday Geology Walk at Catalina
March 31 and April 14, 2024 8:30 a.m.
How were the Santa Catalina Mountains formed? What are some of the different rocks in the park? Learn about the geology of the park with experienced geologist, Karen.
Catalina Nights
First and Third Friday of the Month Varies by Date
Witness Catalina State Park’s nocturnal wildlife and stargaze on a one-mile, guided night hike on the Nature Trail. You’ll learn fun facts about the Sonoran Desert’s nocturnal animals like scorpions, coyotes, and bats. When the stars come out, experience a guided constellation tour featuring a variety of cultures and astronomy facts.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Rene Taylor
Saturday, April 6, 2024 4 p.m.
Join Catalina State Park in welcoming Rene Taylor at our Music in the Mountains event!
Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing
April 8, 2024 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Witnessing a solar eclipse is an unforgettable and rare experience. Catalina State Park will experience a partial solar eclipse with up to 75% of the sun covered, creating a crescent sun. Maximum coverage of the sun will occur at 11:19 a.m. Join us to safely view this special event with solar viewing glasses and pinhole projectors.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: KT Klassics
Saturday, April 20, 2024 5 p.m.
Join KT Klassics with Catalina State Park's Music in the Mountains Concert Series! KT Klassics plays your favorite classic rock covers.
Star Party at Catalina State Park
May 4 | Oct. 26, 2024 Varies by Date
Imagine what you can see with telescopes provided by the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association at Catalina State Park! Join us for an exciting, educational Star Party!
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Dick Arnold
Saturday, May 18, 2024 5 p.m.
Join us for an evening of tight harmony vocals, relaxed guitars, funky originals and quirky covers.
Music in the Mountains Concert Series: Nancy Elliott
Saturday, June 1, 2024 6 p.m.
Join Catalina State Park on for its popular Music in the Mountains concert series featuring a Southwestern Americana performance by Nancy Elliott!