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Catalina Island

Santa Catalina Island, Avalon, CA 90704, United States of America · California

Destination guide

About Catalina Island

Santa Catalina Island, often shortened to Catalina Island or Catalina, is a rocky island, part of the Channel Islands, off the coast of Southern California in the Gulf of Santa Catalina. The island covers an area of about 75 square miles, measuring 22 miles (35 km) long and 8 miles (13 km) across at its widest point. The island's highest peak is Mount Orizaba, rising to an elevation of 2,097 feet. The island is situated in the Pacific Ocean, 29 mi (47 km) south-southwest of Long Beach, California. Politically, Catalina Island is part of Los Angeles County in District 4. Most of the island's land is unincorporated and is thus governed by the county.

Best time: Nov - Apr
Language: English
Currency: USD ($)
Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
Elevation: 434 m

Local guide

Things to do

Experiences and activities travelers enjoy around the destination.

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Avalon TheatreEntertainment · Avalon Theatre, 1 Casino Way, Avalon, CA 90704, United States of America
Knabe ParkLeisure · Knabe Park, Pebbly Beach Road, Pebbly Beach, Avalon, CA 90704, United States of America

Sightseeing

Top attractions

Landmarks and sights travelers visit around the destination.

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Santa Catalina Island MapSightseeing · Santa Catalina Island Map, Airport Road, Los Angeles County, CA, United States of America
Whales TailSightseeing · Whales Tail, Little Harbor Campground Road, Los Angeles County, CA, United States of America
Spouting CavesSightseeing · Spouting Caves, Isthmus Road, Two Harbors, CA, United States of America
Salta Verde PointSightseeing · Salta Verde Point, Salta Verde Ridge Road, Los Angeles County, CA, United States of America
Perdition CavesSightseeing · Perdition Caves, USC WIES Road, Los Angeles County, CA, United States of America

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FAQs about Catalina Island

When is the best time to visit Catalina Island?

Nov - Apr

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Location

Santa Catalina Island, Avalon, CA 90704, United States of America

33.3889° N, 118.4239° W

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