Catalina State Park sits at the base of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains. The park is a haven for desert plants and wildlife and nearly 5,000 …
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Mar 20, 2025
This is the park I'd choose if you want an easy legit desert immersion experience. Right off a major commercial area but so close to the mountains feels like you're wrapped in them. Lots of guided wa…Full review by Elfma
Jan 23, 2025
This is a new favorite place for us! We live in the Northeast and are traveling the southwest, never been to the Tucson area before and we hit the jackpot to get a site here. Cold at night (20's) and…Full review by Jack C
Jan 7, 2025
This was our first visit to Catalina State Park and we LOVED it. Ample parking is available and makes it easy to get started. We chose the Alamo Canyon Hike, a 3.2 mile loop. It was a surprise to …Full review by Michelle O
Are fires allowed? Can we bring our own fire bowl? This is our first time camping at a national park, thank you! We're staying in an RV spot with our 5th wheel.
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I saw none while we were there in January; however, I'd suggest you contact the park itself as to this.
Can I get into the park from the el conquistador resort? I wasn’t sure if it backed up to the resort or if you need to get an Uber to take you on up to the park entrance. I am here for a conference and don’t get out until 6 nightly and want to catch a pretty sunset. If going from park entrance where is the best place to get to quickly before the sun goes down? Thx!
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You can’t get into the park directly from the El Conquistador. The only entry to the park is a couple miles to the north. After 5:00 pm there is no one at the entrance to collect entrance …
You can’t get into the park directly from the El Conquistador. The only entry to the park is a couple miles to the north. After 5:00 pm there is no one at the entrance to collect entrance fees. I would just walk south from the hotel and watch the sunset from somewhere on the Linda Vista trail.
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