• Trans-Catalina Trail

    CATALINA Avalon, CA, United States

    📅 Wednesday, March 12 🦬 Catalina Express from San Pedro to Avalon. Departs San Pedro at 8:45am for an Avalon arrival at 10:00am. $42. 🦬 Hike approximately 10.8 miles, +2,420'/-907', from the pier to Black Jack Campground (BJ05). 📅 Thursday, March 13 🦬 Hike approximately 2.13 miles, +587'/-510', from Black Jack Campground to Catalina Airport […]

  • Chilao to Mt. Hillyer via Horse Flats Trail

    CATALINA Avalon, CA, United States

    DESCRIPTION: Let's start the new year with a 6.8-mile loop near Mt. Wilson, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. We will go clockwise around the loop. There are beautiful views and interesting rock formations along the way. We will end up on a paved road through Horse Flats campground where we will stop for […]

 

Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.

Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

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