Arizona America250 Events Calendar
Explore our Arizona America250 Events Calendar, your hub for commemorating America’s 250th anniversary in Arizona. This calendar highlights both signature events hosted by Arizona America250 and community-led events taking place across the state.
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Guided Hike to the Peak on the Hunter Trail at Picacho Peak State Park
March 28 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Twice Monthly (February – April) 8 a.m. (Unless Otherwise Noted)
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 3.2 miles round-trip and takes 4-5 hours to complete
Not recommended for inexperienced hikers
No children under the age of 10
No dogs
Free with paid park entry. The following items are REQUIRED to attend a guided peak hike. Park staff have the right to turn away unprepared hikers at the trailhead.
Water: Bring a minimum of 3 liters on the hunter trail hike, and at least 4 liters on the sunset trail hike. Consider using a water bladder or hydration pack for easy water storage
Clothing: Wear close-toed hiking shoes, lightweight clothing and a head covering. Gloves are recommended for the cableways. Guided peak hikes involve very rocky terrain, so tennis shoes and sandals are not appropriate footwear
Sunscreen: We recommend at least SPF 30
Call park to register at 520-466-3183 or register online!
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.
Program Dates
February 14, 2026 – 8 a.m.
February 28, 2026 – 8 a.m.
March 14, 2026 – 8 a.m.
March 28, 2026 – 8 a.m.
April 4, 2026 – 8 a.m.