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Located on the west end of Catalina Island, Starlight Beach is a beautiful north-facing beach cove surrounded by rocky cliffs. The rocky beach can be accessed by a trail at the back of the cove and is a “day-use only” beach with no overnight camping allowed.

Campers can find a good campground at the nearby Parsons Landing. The beach offers no facilities and dogs are permitted on a leash. Starlight Beach marks the endpoint of the Trans-Catalina Trail backpacking route and is a popular spot with backpackers celebrating the end of their multi-day trek across the island.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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