Review & Frequenly Asked Questions:

Trans-Catalina Trail is a 37.2-mile trail which traverses Santa Catalina Island from Avalon on the eastern tip of Starlight Beach at the western end. On reaching the end of the hike, hikers need to make their way back to Two Harbors to catch a boat back to the mainland, which adds another nine miles, making the total mileage a bit over 46 miles.

Ideal for a long weekend backpack getaway, the Two Harbors area offers day hikes ranging from easy to difficult, catering for both the casual hiker and serious trekker and hiking permits can be purchased at the Two Harbors Visitor’s Services Office. The trail features five campgrounds maintained by the Santa Catalina Island Company along the route, several with boat-in campsites, including Two Harbors, Parsons Landing, and Little Harbor.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Descanso Beach Club Starlight Beach, Catalina Island Catalina Island Casino Avalon Theater Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden Trans-Catalina Trail Catalina Island Museum Two Harbors Catalina Food Tours Catalina Island Golf Course Airport in the Sky Green Pleasure Pier Scoops Catalina Island The Lobster Trap Bluewater Avalon

Explore more: Southern California > Things to Do on Catalina Island, California

Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Go to travel reservations.