The Catalina Island Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting both the natural beauty and ecological health of Catalina Island. It also holds the designation of ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Be sure to step inside the Avalon Theatre, where you'll find hand-painted murals that pay homage to the island and early California life. The murals were designed by John ...

Catalina Island is only 26 miles across the channel, yet it feels a world away. It’s been home to Marilyn Monroe, the Chicago Cubs and of course, a fair number of bison. It’s a place to go and do ...

Join me on an unforgettable adventure as we explore the most beautiful hike in California - the Trans Catalina Trail! This breathtaking journey takes us from Avalon to Hermit Gulch, showcasing the ...

Of the eight Channel Islands flanking our Southern California coast, it’s the northern ones, like Santa Cruz and Anacapa Island, that get the most attention from adventurous hikers. But there’s a ...