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Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a nature lover seeking tranquility, our blog is your compass to navigate the diverse landscape of Aspen’s adventures and hikes.
Catalina off season
Visitors to Catalina Island in the off-season discover a unique destination When the Banning Brothers first began developing Catalina Island as a tourist destination back in the early 19th century, Avalon was seen as a seasonal destination. For generations, visiting Catalina was something that was only done in the summer months. From Labor Day until Memorial…
How big is Catalina Island
Catalina Island’s coastline stretches over 54 miles. “How big is Santa Catalina Island?” is one of the most common questions asked by visitors. How to answer the question depends on just what parameters you want to measure. One of the easiest answers is length. Catalina stretches about 22 miles from the East End, past Avalon,…
Catalina Conservancy Ball
The Catalina Island Conservancy Ball will help support efforts to the protect the Catalina Island fox. Photo by Jack Baldelli, Courtesy Catalina Island Conservancy. Catalina Island’s unspoiled natural beauty has intrigued generations – and thanks to the Catalina Conservancy, it will continue to offer a respite from the unbridled development on the mainland. Charged with preserving…
Catalina Island Medical Center
Catalina Island Medical Center is located on Falls Canyon Road With about 4,000 year round residents, Catalina Island is not only one of the top Southern California vacation destinations, it’s also a vibrant community filled with children and parents, teachers and students, employees and bosses. Like any community, Catalina has a school, churches and a…
Walking in Avalon
Walking in Avalon offers the reward of beautiful views With its quaint streets, charming waterfront and dramatic vistas, Avalon is the perfect place to take a walk. Whether you are looking for a casual stroll or a steep incline to get your heart pumping, walking in Avalon has it all. One of our favorite walks…
Catalina Spring Fest
Catalina Spring Fest Celebrating spring comes in many different forms. Warmer waters, green hillsides and emerging wildflowers are just a few of the ways Mother Nature celebrates spring. On Catalina, spring also means busier days, more visitors and more fun. Avalon, Catalina Island’s only city, celebrates spring with a community-wide festival. Organized by the City…