Avalon

Avalon, California, United States

With its temperate weather, safe environment and convenient location, Catalina Island– aka Kidalina – is the perfect destination for families with kids of all ages. We've put together a list of fun things to do with kids and listed ages for participation.

Los Angeles County, CA

Did you know that Catalina Island is home to bison? These amazing animals were brought to the island during the 1920s for filming and they never left! They still roam free on lands owned and maintained by the Catalina Island Conservancy. Take an eco-tour to view them and more of the wildlife on the island. (Children must be at least 5 years old to ride in a hummer or open air jeep tour. All ages are welcome on interior tours where the tour vehicle is a bus.)

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Avalon, CA

Catalina Island has three beaches to choose from in Avalon. South Beach, Middle Beach and Step Beach are public beaches along Crescent Avenue. These beaches are only steps away from Avalon’s many hotels, shops, restaurants, restrooms and recreation. One of the last private beaches in California, Descanso Beach is located just beyond the Catalina Casino and offers a restaurant, cabanas and lounge chairs for rent. (All ages)

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Avalon, CA

Catalina Island has a spectacular zipline tour with soaring views of the island. It’s the only zipline in Los Angeles and Orange County and begins 500 feet above Descanso Canyon. The five ziplines travel over three quarters of a mile and up to 35 mph. (Children ages 5-9 can zip in tandem with an adult. Children under 5 are too young to participate.)

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Avalon, CA

Swing through the trees on this challenging ropes course, located at Descanso Canyon, adjacent to the Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour. Five self-guided, self-paced courses—each made up of rope ladders, log bridges, balance beams, zip lines, and other elements—are arranged in beginner, intermediate and advanced configurations, offering aerial excitement for everyone, regardless of skill or athletic ability. (Participants must be at least 7 years of age and at least 55 inches tall.)

Green Pleasure Pier

Avalon, California, United States

Let’s face it, submarines are cool and two of the coolest semi-submersible submarines, the Nautilus and the Seawolf, are found on Catalina Island! Expert guides will educate your family on the ecology and history of the island – make this a part of your itinerary for your island vacation with your kids. (All ages)

Green Pleasure Pier

Avalon, California, United States

What island adventure would be complete without parasailing or tubing? Whether rising high above the water for amazing views of the coastline or speeding along in a tube, kids 5 and older will have a blast on these water adventures. (Children must be 5 and older to participate.)

Green Pleasure Pier

Avalon, California, United States

Catalina Island fishing is some of the best in southern California! Fishing from a pier does not require a permit in California. Grab a drop line from Joe's Rent a Boat and cast away. (All ages)

Los Angeles County, CA

On this 2 hour adventure with Catalina Divers Supply you'll experience miles of Catalina's rich shoreline, sapphire waters, and majestic kelp forest on this expedition. In addition to whales and dolphins, you'll also look for our other wildlife in their natural habitat, such as seals, bald eagles and various seabirds.

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Avalon, CA

Did you know that Catalina Island Miniature Golf Course is an award winning mini golf course? And it’s open every day of the year, weather permitting. Perfect for golfers of all ages. (All ages)

Green Pleasure Pier

Avalon, California, United States

A kayak, paddleboard or pedal boat rental offers a unique way to enjoy the pristine waters of the Avalon Harbor. For a more personal and self-guided way to enjoy the island, your family might enjoy the view from a motorboat. See kayak and paddleboard rentals and pedal boat and motorboat rentals.

Avalon

Avalon, California, United States

See more of Avalon at your own pace by renting a bike. For those too young to pedal, child-seat attachments can be added to a rental at Brown's Bikes for children under 40 pounds and 12 months or older. A tag-a-long attachment that turns a Beach Cruiser into a tandem for a parent and child is another fun way to ride with kids aged four to six. Smaller children’s 20- and 24-inch rental bikes are also available for kids old enough to ride on their own. Bikes are rented by the hour or for the day.

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Avalon, CA

Learn to be a falconer. You'll learn the history and basic techniques of falconry. Get to know falcons, hawks and owls. Hold raptors, cast them from your glove and call them back again. Located at Descanso Canyon. (Minimum age is 7. Children must be accompanied by an adult.)

Los Angeles County, CA

Want to pick out that special gift to remember your trip to Catalina? You'll also find unique toys, plushies and clothing at the Catalina Conservancy's Trailhead store, The Steamer Trunk and Airport in the Sky. Forget your sand toys? Pick up a new set at Vons or Leo's Catalina Drugstore.

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Avalon, CA

No vacation is complete with a few sweet treats. Find confections, caramel apples, salt water taffy and ice cream at Lloyd's of Avalon. Stop by Scoops for gelato, homemade ice cream and chocolate covered bananas. Seaside Sweets in the Metropole Marketplace offers La Michoacana Premium paletas in a variety of delicious flavors as well as Mexican candy and treats. In addition to delicious burgers and hot dogs, Coney Island West serves up milk shakes, floats and soft serve ice cream. Eric's on the Pier serves ice cream on the go, funnel cakes and frozen bananas.

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Avalon, CA

Most all of our restaurants offer something for kids and adults. View our list of kid friendly dining on Catalina Island.

Avalon, CA

This truly unique immersive experience takes you on a thirty minute virtual "dive" through the world's oceans.

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Avalon, CA

For our youngest visitors, stopping by the playground is an essential part of the trip. There are three playgrounds in Avalon and one in Two Harbors. Knabe Park is a pirate ship themed playground along Pebbly Beach Rd, on the way to town from the ferry dock. Machine Gun Park/City Park is just past the Catalina Conservancy Trailhead tucked up in the corner near the site of the old amphitheater. There is a webbed climbing structure, interactive musical toys and picnic tables. Avalon's Kid Park/Peoples Park is on Avalon Canyon Rd across from the Fire Station and offers climbing structures, slides, picnic tables and work out equipment.

Avalon

Avalon, California, United States

Two Harbors is considered Catalina Island's west end. The village of Two Harbors offers scenic beaches, cabana rentals, restaurants, general store, small playground and lots of opportunity for exploring. Operated seasonally during summer months, the Cyclone boat travels between Two Harbors and Avalon, departing several times a day from the Green Pleasure Pier. The boat ride is 40 minutes long, along Catalina's scenic coastline.

Avalon

Avalon, California, United States