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Getting
Around Catalina Island
One of the many things that make Catalina Island unique is its limited
number of automobiles. Avalon is the only city in California authorized
by the State Legislature to regulate the number and size of vehicles
allowed to drive on city streets. There is currently a 10-year waiting
list to own a car on the island.
But
visitors don’t need a car to get around in Avalon; almost
everything is in walking distance. Only one square mile in size,
the town of Avalon is easy to navigate on foot, and the picturesque
harbor that Avalon is nestled around provides a good excuse to slow
down and enjoy the view.
When
you arrive in Avalon, you’ll find that most of the hotels,
shops, and restaurants are nearby. Many hotels provide a courtesy
shuttle from the boat docks to town. Be sure to ask for this service
when you make your reservation.
Taxi
service is also available to all locations in Avalon, and cabs meet
each arriving boat. There is also a taxi stand in the center of
town that will take you anywhere you wish to go.
Walking
is a wonderful way to explore this safe and charming town. You can
also rent a bicycle to go exploring, or take a sightseeing tour
in a comfortable motorcoach or open-air tram.
Golf
cart rentals are available year-round and as you’ll discover,
almost everybody – visitors and residents alike – find
golf carts the favorable mode of transportation in Avalon. In fact,
a recent survey taken by the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce
found that renting a golf cart was the number one tourist attraction
on Catalina Island!
If
you want to venture beyond Avalon without going on a tour, shuttle
bus service will take you to the Airport-In-The-Sky, Two Harbors,
and the interior campgrounds.
Outdoor
enthusiasts are welcome to explore Catalina Island on foot. Hiking
permits and trail maps are available at the Conservancy House in
Avalon.
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