oin Picacho Peak State Park for a Star Party with the Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA). Peer through high-powered telescopes as TAAA's knowledgeable astronomers show you exciting features of the universe. Bring a blanket and your curiosity! Meet at the Sunset Day Use Area. There is no additional cost to attend this event; standard park entry fees apply,... View Article
Truely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State Park Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several advanced amateur telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to... View Article
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... View Article
Pinal County Animal Care and Control will bring 10 shelter dogs available for walking the Nature Loop with you to enjoy nature, meet new people, get some exercise, and get a break from shelter life. Participants will sign a waiver to take the shelter dog for a walk. Meet at the Ironwood Ramada. Dog food... View Article
Join a park guide on the Hunter Trail and enjoy 360-degree views from the top of Picacho Peak. This is a challenging hike that involves steep switchbacks, rock scrambles, climbing up several cableways and an elevation change of 1,600 feet. Meet at the Hunter Trailhead on the Barrett Loop. Register at the link below. Total distance is... View Article
Have you ever had a best friend you just couldn’t live without? Well, residents here at Picacho Peak take that quite literally. Join Ranger Bailey to learn how different creatures and plants work with each other to survive in the harsh Sonoran Desert. Park at Harrington Loop and follow signs for Copper Court to learn... View Article