Camping and hiking Catalina's interior can be a challenging and fulfilling experience for those who love the outdoors. The feeling of walking amongst unspoiled terrain or sleeping in a kaleidoscope of nature's exciting attributes cannot easily be surpassed.


At Catalina, many camping and hiking options exist that will satisfy the appetites of seasoned or novice outdoorsmen. Camping options include civilized campsites with toilets, showers, and tent cabins right down to rustic living quarters, where a corner in the neck of the wilderness is your home. Additionally, camping at Catalina can either be a family affair, a group camp out, or an individual's preference to simply escape mainland crowds and become his own zen master.


Hiking is also a favored Catalina activity. A multitude of trails exist throughout the island's interior that range from beginning to advanced; their lengths and grades vary and are typically challenged based on your hiking capabilities and experience. Routes such as this water-formed trail should be avoided because they are unsafe.

Because Catalina hosts predominantly good weather year-round, camping and hiking are round-the-calendar activities. And to better serve adventurous wayfarers, camping equipment rental options are available; these are detailed in the appropriate sections.

Catalina Island, All you Need To Know details subjects such as:

  • Obtaining permits
  • Avalon camping options
  • Camper and hiker guidelines
  • Camping reservations
  • Getting to camp sites
  • Family and group campgrounds
  • Equipment rental
  • Youth camps
  • Hiking and backpacking
  • Hazards and how to avoid them
  • Hiking routes

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