The author's two-day Catalina trip from East End to Little Harbor Campground and back to Avalon covered 40-plus miles and some 5,000 feet of elevation. (James Murren) As I fell asleep in a tent to the ...

Editor’s note: The Wild is all about featuring a variety of exciting voices from SoCal’s outdoors scene. For the next several weeks, we’re featuring guest writers (whom we’ve dubbed “wilders” ) from ...

If you're planning a trip to Catalina Island, the tiny Catalina Museum for Art & History is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in learning about the island's past and experiencing its ...

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 ...

My Orange County family invited us out on the annual Catalina Island boating trip (cue Catalina Wine Mixer jokes). Aboard the Carver SuperSport 38, we always have a good time and hunt for fresh fish ...

Santa Catalina Island, though just a roughly one hour boat ride from Long Beach, has always been somewhat of a mystery for me — despite my being a lifelong resident of the South Bay. It’s always been ...

Catalina Island, located near Los Angeles, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and lively events. The Catalina Wine Mixer, inspired by the movie "Step Brothers," has become a popular annual event.

AVALON, the biggest burg on Catalina Island, could easily be described as a panache-filled place with plenty to celebrate. You don't need to look too far to find the festive spirit possessed by the ...

While not an “easy” trip (did I mention 5,000 feet in elevation ... from getting your bike pass to planning out your stops. All cyclists on Catalina Island must have a Freewheeler Bike Pass, which can ...