Santa Catalina Island
About Santa Catalina Island
Santa Catalina, one of California’s Channel Islands, lies southwest of Los Angeles. It's known for its wildlife, dive sites and Mt. Orizaba, its highest peak. The resort town of Two Harbors lies to the north while to the south in the city of Avalon, palm trees and cabanas line Descanso Beach.
When to visit
The best time to visit Santa Catalina Island, California, is during spring and fall when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller.
Most popular: April - May
Location
Getting There
To get to Santa Catalina Island, California, start from Long Beach. Take the Catalina Express ferry from the Long Beach Downtown Landing. The ferry ride to Avalon or Two Harbors takes about an hour.
