Catalina Island, California
California's Island Getaway
A car-free Mediterranean-style isle of clear coves an hour off LA.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Catalina Island, California.
Ferry to a car-free island in clear water.
Snorkel and dive vibrant kelp forests.
Charming harbor town of Avalon.
Glass-bottom boats, ziplines, and golf carts.
A quick island escape from Los Angeles.
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Catalina Island feels Mediterranean — a car-free isle of clear coves, kelp-forest diving, and the cheerful harbor town of Avalon, all just an hour's ferry from LA. Snorkel, kayak, and putter around by golf cart.
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Safety Overview
Catalina Island, California
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
If It’s Safe Travel… Travel Well.
Before You Travel
Five minutes of preparation means your whole group has emergency numbers, hospitals and your GPS location available offline — no WiFi needed when it matters most.
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