By sea or air, getting to Catalina is easy and fun. You can get to Catalina Island by ferry from four mainland ports in Southern...
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Once you arrive in Avalon, you’ll quickly discover that it has a very pedestrian friendly downtown. Visitors enjoy exploring the...
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For the adventurer, get your heart pumping with a visit to the Zip Line Eco Tour, try diving or island eco tour. For a slower pace,...
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Located just 22 miles off Southern California’s coast, Catalina Island welcomes visitors year-round. Getting here is easy with...
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A: Public showers are available on Casino Way. Hours vary by season – please contact our Visitor’s Center on the Green Pier...
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Hiking on Catalina Island is one of the most popular things to do on the island and one of the most popular trails is the challenging Trans Catalina Trail. Here’s everything you need to know to take on this rewarding hike. It’s longer than you think: Even though the island is just 22 miles long, due…
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With more than a two dozen properties island visitors have a wealth of accommodations options, ranging from boutique hotels to historic homes and from classic Catalina Island accommodations to some of the newest properties on the island. Where to stay in Avalon is just the first of…
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As summer’s heat begins to ebb, the hiking trails on Catalina Island become even more appealing. Dramatic vistas, unique wildlife and rugged terrain make hiking on Catalina Island a challenging and rewarding activity. Here are nine things you should know about hiking on the island. It’s all…
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Spring is in bloom all around and Mother Nature has provided a bouquet of wildflowers on Catalina Island. Winter’s generous rains have transformed the Island’s normal golden hues into a verdant wonderland of jade, emerald and chartreuse, dappled with colorful wildflowers and bisected by burbling…
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Can we tell you secret? Most people who visit Catalina Island miss out on the real magic of our Southern California destination. Even though the charming seaside village is just a tiny portion of the island, most visitors never venture beyond Avalon, which means they never get to experience the…
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