Catalina State Park

Catalina State Park is a park in Pima County, about 4 miles east of Oro Valley.

Things to do include horseback riding, historic sites, biking, wildlife watching, and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites, tent sites, and showers).

Campground and RV Sites 120 campsites are available that have electric, water, and are either tent or RV ready. The campground is located in the shadows of the famed Catalina Mountains, this scenic camping option close to the Tucson metro area gives a vibe of a much more remote setting. Native birds and wildlife abound and help make any camping trip, especially in such scenic campgrounds, a memorable and worthwhile experience. Click below to learn more about reserving a spot. Campground Information Group Ramadas & Camping The park offers a total of six reservable group areas. Four (Ringtail, Flycatcher, Granite, and Gila Monster) can be reserved for either day use or overnight camping and two (Picnic Area and Romero Ruins) are only day use. Download the info packet for minimum and maximum group sizes. Download Reservable Group Areas Information Packet and Download Park Map

Hiking and Biking The desert backcountry in and around Catalina State Park is a playground for those seeking adventure on the trail. There's no shortage of choices here and most trails are of the shared use variety. Trails range from easy to intermediate and each offers a distinct Arizona trail experience. A large variety of native plants, birds, and wildlife can be experienced from every trail in the park. The main trailhead (starting points for the Sutherland and Birding Loop trails) is graced with a vibrant mosaic tile mural. The Friends of Catalina State Park installed this mural to raise funds for park improvements. It features whimsical depictions of Sonoran Desert plants and animals as well as personalized messages from donors. The Friends group is currently completing phase 3 of this mural. To learn more about how you can support this project by donating a tile, visit FriendsCSP.org.

Hot showers in the restroom buildings at campgrounds and group areas. For use by registered campers only. Flush restrooms are available in the visitor center, picnic area, group areas, and campgrounds. Waterless restrooms are available at the trailhead and equestrian center. All restroom facilities are handicap accessible.

Park Rules • Campground check-in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12 noon. • Campers arriving prior to 12 noon on the day of arrival will be charged the park entrance fee. • Vehicles must remain on paved roads. • Vehicle washing is not allowed. • Discharge gray water only into designated dump facilities. • Damaging, defacing, or removing natural features is prohibited. • Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads. • Pets must be kept on a leash. • Wood fires and ground fires are permitted only in designated areas. • Camping is limited to 14 consecutive nights in a 30-day period. • Generator hours: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. • Quiet hours: 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Agency Rules & Regulations