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Family Fun on Catalina Island

For your next family vacation, say goodbye to the theme park and say hello to your family’s very own Catalina Island family paradise.

Lifetime family memories are made by sharing first time experiences and Catalina is the place to make those memories.  Avalon is your family’s gateway to new adventures and experiences as together you discover the variety of new and fun activities that await.

Catalina Island makes it easy to get away and get together. It’s a quick trip across the channel to fun family activities like:

When it comes to family entertainment, Catalina Island has the right blend of authentic activities and beautiful scenery to satisfy kids, kids-at-heart and anyone in between.

Catalina Island Fun Facts

Fun Island Facts

Catalina Island is part of Los Angeles County, and Avalon, incorporated in 1913, was the 30th city in the county.

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Wildlife

Catalina Island is home to a vast array of wildlife, some native and some non-native. 

Catalina Island History

History

Catalina Island has a long and interesting history dating back to the Spanish Empire. Catalina Island was once owed by William Wrigley, Jr. of Wrigley Chewing…

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