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Things to Do on Catalina Island

For the adventurer, get your heart pumping with a visit to the Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour, try diving, a horseback riding adventure or an island boat tour. For a slower pace, visitors enjoy relaxing on our beaches or a trip to an island spa. Other Catalina Island things to do include renting a golf cart, golfing, hiking, biking, art & museums, and water activities on the island include fishing, scuba diving thru fantastic kelp forests, jet ski rentals, getting a bird’s-eye view tethered to a parasail, kayaking, paddleboarding, tour the awe-inspiring interior in an open-air Hummer or jeep tour and more. For the foodies, sample local restaurants and learn about the island's history on a Catalina Food Tour.

For families visiting Catalina Island, there are many adventures to choose from whether you make your visit to the island a day trip or an overnight. Kids will enjoy our beautiful beaches, a visit to the ice cream or candy shop, a paddle on a kayak or a glass-bottom boat tour. Visit the Kidalina page for family-specific adventures and itineraries.

Catalina Island Beaches

Beaches

South Beach, Middle Beach and Step Beach are public beaches and lie along Crescent Avenue, steps away from hotels, shops, restaurants, restrooms and…

Catalina Island Bison

Bison Tours

In the 1920's 14 bison came to Catalina Island for the filming of a feature film. They were allowed to stay and have become an integral part of Catalina…

Catalina Island Camping

Camping

Did you know that camping is one of the best ways enjoy a natural, outdoor experience on the island? Catalina Island offers family camps, five campgrounds…

Catalina Island Annual Events

Events

Catalina Island is host to a multitude of exciting events year round. Plan your getaway around one of our annual Catalina Island events. From the world-famous…

Catalina Island Fishing

Fishing

Hook a big one! Fishing around Catalina Island ranges from epic battles with massive game fish to hooking a calico bass with a drop line off the pier. Rent a…

Catalina Island Golf Course

Golf

Catalina Island offers a couple of options for those interested in golfing. The Catalina Island Mini Golf Gardens, located one block from Avalon’s front…

Catalina Island Hiking

Hiking

For the hiker, Catalina Island activities include access to over 70 square miles of hiking terrain. It is required that hikers pick up a hiking permit from the…

Catalina Island Museums

Museums

Catalina Island’s history has shaped the island into a world class destination resort. Learn about Catalina’s storied past at the Catalina Island…

Catalina Island Parasailing

Parasailing

Soaring high above Avalon Harbor gives parasailers a birds’ eye view of Catalina Island. Catalina Island parasailing companies take adventurers up to 800…

Catalina Island Tours

Tours

Catalina Island is steeped in history and adventure. Explore the island on a guided tour. Learn the history of Catalina’s most iconic building on a…

Two Harbors California

Two Harbors

Two Harbors on Catalina Island’s West End, is full of exciting activities and adventures ready to explore. Uniquely nestled between two ports that is its…

Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour

Zipline

The first zipline in Los Angeles County is also the most scenic in California. The zipline on Catalina Island features five consecutive zips high above Descanso…

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