Things to Do on Catalina Island

For the adventurer, get your heart pumping with the Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour, a horseback riding adventure or an island boat tour. For a slower pace, relax on our beaches or treat yourself to a day at an island spa.

On land, other Catalina Island things to do include exploring by golf cart or bike, playing a round of golf, setting out on a hike or visiting art and museums. You can also tour the awe-inspiring interior in an open-air Hummer or Jeep tour.

On the water, go fishing, try scuba diving through fantastic kelp forests, rent a jet ski, soar above the bay on a parasail or hit the water for kayaking and paddleboarding.

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 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.

Need help making your plans or crafting the perfect itinerary? Work with a team of local experts to make sure you don’t miss anything.

Itineraries

With so much to see and do, it can be hard to know where to start. These itineraries make planning easy.

Beaches

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Parasailing

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

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

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…

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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