![]() ![]() The direction you go and the number of days you take largely depend on how many miles you want to log each day and how much you want to explore the surrounding trails at each campsite.įollowing is a typical 5-day, 4-night Trans-Catalina Trail adventure that begins in Avalon and ends in Two Harbors. Most people take 3-5 days, starting at the Conservancy Trailhead in Avalon and finishing in the west end village of Two Harbors. There are many ways to experience the Trans-Catalina Trail. RANGERS: Rangers are onsite at all campgrounds, except for Parson’s Landing and Black Jack. No fires are permitted at Black Jack and Hermit Gulch campgrounds. You can also purchase firewood, charcoal, and fire starters from Visitor Services, either in person or over the phone, and have it delivered to your campsite at Little Harbor and Two Harbors. Lockers are not included with camping reservations. You must stop by the Two Harbors Visitor Services Center before hiking out to Parson's Landing to receive your locker number and combination. Lockers at Parson’s Landing stocked with 2.5 gallons of water, 1 bundle of wood, and a fire starter can be preordered from Two Harbors Visitor Services at 310.510.4205. All campgrounds have potable water, except for Parson’s Landing. Never approach, taunt or disrespect wildlife in any way.ĬAMPING: Camping is only permitted in five designated campgrounds along the Trans-Catalina Trail: Hermit Gulch, Black Jack, Little Harbor, Two Harbors, and Parson’s Landing. Rattlesnakes are also part of the island’s ecosystem, as are Bald Eagles and mule deer. You may encounter Catalina Island fox in the cooler hours of dawn and dusk. WILDLIFE: American Bison roam freely along many sections of the trail and can be unpredictable. Contact Catalina Conservancy at 310.510.2595 for updates on conditions. As is enough water to make it between campsites, where you can replenish your water supply. Sturdy hiking shoes, trekking poles and adequate sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) are recommended. TRAIL CONDITIONS: Rolling terrain with long uphill and downhill sections and little or no shade. TRAIL COMPOSITION: Primary and secondary roads and single track trails made up of mostly compacted dirt with some loose gravel. HIKING PERMITS: Your campground reservations serve as your camping/hiking permit no additional hard copies of permits are needed. Things to Know About the Trans-Catalina Trail Be sure to check the long-term forecast before planning your hike and booking your transportation. Note: Adverse weather and sea conditions can lead to boat and helicopter cancellations without notice. Transportation to AvalonĬatalina Express – Ferries from Dana Point, Long Beach and San Pedro (Face coverings are required while aboard the boat)Ĭatalina Flyer – Ferry from Newport Beach (Face coverings are required while aboard the boat) Transportation to Two HarborsĬatalina Express – Ferry from San Pedro (Face coverings required aboard the boat) Transportation Between Avalon and Two HarborsĬyclone Power Boat – Peak season departures from the Green Pier in Avalon and Isthmus Pier in Two Harbors But even then, it takes a bit of creative planning to coordinate your departure and return with your hiking itinerary. It’s best to secure Trans-Catalina Trail camping reservations before you book your boat. Depending on the season, the following transportation services offer various departures and returns to and from the mainland to Avalon and Two Harbors. Whether you plan to hike the Trans-Catalina Trail from Avalon to Two Harbors or vice versa, you’ll first need to get to the island. ![]()
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