Catalina Express
Daily boat departures to Catalina Island from San Pedro, Long Beach and Dana Point.

The adventure begins on board Catalina Express where sitting on an outside upper deck, you can take in ocean breezes or keep your eyes peeled to catch a glimpse of White-sided dolphins. Passengers on board Catalina Express can expect to arrive in Catalina in about an hour, from Long Beach, San Pedro or Dana Point. Catalina Express offers year round service and the convenience of up to 30 round trips daily.

Reservations:
(800) 481-3470

Catalina Museum
ABOUT THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM The Catalina Island Museum was founded in 1953 as an independent nonprofit organization by volunteers concerned that the community’s heritage was slipping away with the passing of its elder residents. Today, we employ a staff of eight, assisted by dozens of volunteers that contribute hundreds of hours each year to collecting, preserving, interpreting and exhibiting the rich cultural heritage of Santa Catalina Island

Locatied on the ground floor of the world-famous Casino Building
Avalon
(310) 510-2414

The Nature Center at Avalon Canyon
Featuring self-guided exhibits, hands-on activities for kids, a Resource Center, and host the popular Evening Nature Program lecture series and other events.

Visitors will learn about everything from the geology of the Channel Islands, to how species arrive on islands. Explored will be the concept of “biodiversity hotspots” (of which there are 200 in the world), and why Catalina is part of the one that stretches along the West Coast of the United States.

1202 Avalon Canyon Road, Avalon
(310) 510-0954

Hiking on Catalina Island
Hiking permits are required by the Catalina Island Conservancy. They are free of charge, and available the day of your hike.

Hiking permits may be obtained at the Conservancy Office, 125 Claressa, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. daily
310-510-0143

Mountain Biking on Catalina Island
The Catalina Island Conservancy offers a bicycle program for the serious cyclist who wants to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of Santa Catalina Island. Daily bike permits are required for a fee and are good up to two consecutive days. Annual bike permits are also available.

Bicycle permits may be obtained at the Conservancy Office, 125 Claressa, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. daily
310-510-0143