My family of 4 (2 boys, ages 6 and 8) loved it and can't wait to go back! We went over Memorial Day…read moreweekend 2026. Morning overcast burnt off by around 12 each day. Nights were cool but the comforters provided were sufficiently warm at night. Comfortable beds and pillows. Pay for the bedding/towel package in advance so they can make the beds for you. We'd like to go back in the summer months when it's warmer. We packed our own snacks, food to grill on the community grills, and more than enough stuff to make all meals on site. Everything u need to cook comfortably is provided, except maybe 1 or two things that I'll list below. We got the 4 person full size hut. We were towards the back of the camp but conveniently located next to bathrooms/sinks. Our hut faced the ocean so we were fortunate to have great views. The grounds are private and large enough for kids to explore but small enough that parents can let older kids roam free. The beach is perfect for little ones, and the communal spaces included a lot of outdoor activities and games. No wifi in the huts/yurts/etc. You have to go to the large communal building (where food is served for those who purchase the add-on meal package (95.00 per person per day; you can't select individual meals, it's all or nothing)). Meal planning is critical if you plan on cooking for yourself. We took too much but were happy that we chose to make our own food. There's a dishwashing station with hot water, sponges, dish soap. The huts have large bins to take your dishes over to the washing station. It was easy enough to do that after every meal. Advice- purchase ferry tickets AND water taxi when you book. You likely will not go back and forth to Avalon during your stay. Water taxi time slots are limited and not cheap. We each had our own backpacks, one large suitcase, a tote (for toiletries), a cooler and a dry goods bag. It was all manageable because we had it rigged up on wheels. u can also take a collapsible wagon on the ferry. The camp offers wagons on site to take belongings from the water taxi to your hut. That wagon came in handy, we used it often. We got in early on Saturday morning and left early Monday from the camp to hang in Avalon for a couple of hours. Avalon was cute but very touristy. Food there is just okay and expensive. Things to consider packing--If you take your own food to the camp site- I suggest you pack paper towels (none provided) and a cutting board. They provide a french press, so taking ground coffee is the way to go. They provide each site a burner and propane tank to boil water, cook, etc. We took a 60 qt cooler and a bag with dry goods. They provide a very large cooler to transfer your stuff into as well as ice packs that you can swap out as needed. We should have packed a table cloth for the picnic table outside our hut. We used a camping blanket and it worked out fine. The camp provides small rechargeable lanterns that were useful. Water refill stations in the communal building. Bring water bottles to refill. We took a beach blanket and a camping chair to use at the beach, both came in handy. We should have packed a smaller packable cooler for the beach. We also should have packed a wet clothes bag for wet/sandy stuff, and a dirty clothes bag. Bathrooms are individual stalls in an out house type setting that feels open and cold at night. Showers are the same. The shower stalls are open from the top so although the water gets warm, the stalls are cold because they are open. I showered midday while the sun was out and in my swimsuit. There's no changing area in the showers, so unless u want to get dressed in a wet stall, you should either take a robe and dress minimally or walk back/forth in a swimsuit and get dressed in your hut. Shower shoes are a must. The setting is ideal for large groups/familes. We want to go back with friends! There's a kayak/paddle board rental company on-site. We kayaked midday but the wind made it impossible to enjoy ourselves. If it's windy, don't bother. Mornings and evenings are the best time to kayak. Margot was our on-site host and was incredibly sweet and helpful. Our boys loved her. She hooked up s'mores and evening fire pits (u can't make your own fires there). They didn't have any organized crafting activities because it's slow season, but Margot mentioned that she could bring out the materials if kids were interested. The vibe is very chill and go with the flow. Staff was super friendly and always down to help.

Nice little camp ground if you want to be away from Catalina city. We came unfortunately there was…read morea large group of kids- which would have been fine but their adults were not supervising them, they were up past 10 screaming, filled our rental canoes with sand and just left the place a mess but that is not the camp's responsibility. I had my four kiddos so I understand kids and how they can be but these kids were well spoiled seeming. The land itself is nice it's a camp ground on an isolated part of Catalina. The little camp ground sells a few items - sort of random items. Ice cream, lollipops, basic sodas, etc then they have a few items for microwaving like fancy brand cup of nooodles they also sell Annie's Mac n cheese and nicer Italian pasta to boil and cook at your camp site. Each campsite has a kitchen kit with pots n pans and a little camp stove free to use which was nice They also have a buffet which no one told us about! $95 per person at the time of leaving this review for all the meals, I only had breakfast by a. Ident thought it was included lol The meals smelled amazing and looked great! They have a salad bar and fresh options for their meals next time we will do this option The tent was freezing we piled the blankets and huddled together. Could have been the time of year (Late april) beautiful spacious tent with a full bed and a sleeping cot The beach has rentals like kayaks and paddle boards with little caves and coves to explore. We didn't snorkel because it was so cold but there were a few scuba divers out. Because it's so remote if the weather isn't good I wouldn't come. We enjoyed our stay

Catalina Island…read more Little Harbor Campground really feels like a little getaway from modern life. Tucked away on the quieter side of Catalina, it's the kind of place where you can just slow down, enjoy the sound of the waves, and forget about all the noise of the city. The beach is right near the campground, and if you're lucky enough to snag a site close to the sand (it's first come, first serve for the best spots), you'll have some amazing views and easy access to the water. Amenities are simple but convenient. There's a shower, which comes in handy after a day at the beach or hiking around, but don't expect luxury--it's more about function than comfort. Cell service is spotty overall, though if you hike up the hill near the beach you can usually catch a decent signal to check in. What makes this spot special is the atmosphere. It's peaceful, scenic, and has that feeling of being far from the modern grind without being totally cut off. If you're looking for a campground with ocean views, some seclusion, and just enough amenities to keep you comfortable, Little Harbor is worth the trip.

Peaceful and scenic, Little Harbor campground (on the west side of Catalina Island) offers large…read morecampsites with picnic tables, drinkable water, large fire pits, secure boxes for food, porta-potties, and cold showers. You'll need to bring everything else you need. (TIP: If you're coming over on the Catalina Express, be aware of the baggage restrictions. Fuel is prohibited on the boat and only two bags per passenger are allowed, plus one sleeping bag. Fuel/supplies can be purchased at the store in Little Harbor.) I rented a propane stove which was delivered diretcly to the campsite, along with a can of propane. You can also have the rest of your gear delivered directly from the harbor to the campsite for a fee. A fellow camper ordered firewood, also delivered directly to the campsite. Hiking: Trails along the coastal bluffs and in the hills around the campground are well-maintained and full of beautiful native plants. The beaches are pristine, stunning, and a great place to catch the sunset. The hike from the harbor to the campsite is about five miles and moderately strenuous. Animal life: I almost stepped on a rattlesnake on a trail, so be alert. Foxes apparently stole some of my fellow campers' food, so use those fox boxes to store your provisions. We saw a large herd of bison along the main trail to the campsite with no issues, great for photos. Sleep: Choruses of frogs in the creek and the crashing waves kept me up the first night, being a light sleeper. Some may find these sounds soothing, like white noise, but some might consider bringing noise-canceling headphones. Reservations for the whole year open up on New Year's Day at 12:00 am online at the Catalina Island Co. website and are apparently gone in the blink of an eye for the most desirable spots. Mark your calendar now. Due to a gorgeous setting and camp services provided without a hitch, five stars all the way. Highly recommended!

I'm not a camper but we had to stop here for a night because visibility was getting pretty bad and…read morewe couldn't go further on our 50 mile hike. The campground was quiet nice all things considered. There's a ranger station and also full facilities down the hill. I slept on the table because I didn't want to be down low with the crappy crawlies. Please come and create your own adventure.

We stayed here recently since we were doing the trans Catalina trail. Our campsite was near the…read morebeach which should have been lovely but our stay was horrible. After a long day of hiking we needed some rest. But there was a loud party at a near campsite. Loud techno music until well past 2am. There's no camp host or anyone else you can ask for help. Amplified music is not allowed at any time and quiet hours are after 10pm. But this is not at all enforced. I got hardly any sleep on this site. The loud party until well past 2am and in the morning I woke up from the portapotty door slamming that started at 5.30 am since hikers had to get up early. We complained at the visitor center the next day since they run the campground. They were not surprised and informed us that the same group had a similar party the previous night and they had received similar complaints from other campers. WTF???? They knew about the issue but didn't care? Why didn't they ask the group violating the campground rules to leave? or why didn't they check in on the campsite to make sure the group wouldn't party again like they did the first night? The campsites are expensive and I didn't ask for much, just a place to get some rest between long hiking days. Loud music is probably also not good for the wildlife. There's a lot of talk about the environment on this island but really it's mostly a money grab.

Taking a boat tour to see the flying fish of Catalina is a must when visiting the island…read more Afishionados is not only the best pun ever but a great boat your company as my friend and I really enjoyed our evening ride with captain john during my last visit to Catalina. The rides are around $35-40 and the only way to see these famous fish which literally Hop and skip above the waves in the early evening as the sky falls. They do a 50 percent discount on your birthday which I hope to take advantage of soon when I return.

Flying fish tour!!!…read more I was so against doing this at first. My friend talked me into it since our kayaking tour was canceled due to high wind =(. I am so glad we went though. There are two flying fish tours available on the whole island. This one I went on was $45 per person. That's $10 more than the other location. On our tour, we got the chance to see the our flying fish tour and I am sooooo glad we went on this one inside. Our captain was an awesome friendly guy named Lance. He was very knowledgeable and stopped our catamaran at the best places for us to watch the flying fish. They gave us strong flash lights that we can shine into the water to attract and see the fish. We ended up seeing sea lions, various sea creatures and a ton of the fishing fish. We also got to see the beautiful starry sky. It was a lot of fun and I definitely recommend. As for the other tour boat... it was funny seeing them zip quickly by. They don't even stop their tour to let you see the fish. They also didn't give out flash lights. They had a "main" light that would just scan the ocean. It was funny a pretty sight. We bought tickets at the Afishinado store. It was definitely worth the price. We also brought our own flash lights which I recommend.

My kids love aquariums...and they love boats....so this seemed like a win-win, and it sooooo was!…read more We met the boat at the end of a small pier. The boat had an enclosed bench-seating area with all seats facing the center of the boat, which was made of glass and several feet below where we all sat. I was amazed by how clear the water was-even right next to shore. As we moved, our guide shared some local history and information about the marine life below us. We paused at several fish sanctuary locations, and the guide threw fish food into the water to attract more fish than we could count. The tour, which lasted an hour, was a delight for the whole family. All of the kids and kids at heart were thrilled by the many types of fish we saw. We were even fortunate enough to see a diving cormorant! The waves were not too bad on the day I went...even though my stomach usually gets queasy on smaller boats, this one didn't bother me. Maybe I was too entranced by the fish to notice. If I ever visit Catalina again and have time to do it, I'll be more than happy to go on this tour again. It was just long enough, and you never know what you'll see down there! Note--there is a public restroom at the beginning of the pier, but much of it was out of order, leading to some pretty long lines. Make sure you go before you get on the boat-no restrooms on board.

Not worth it, boat rocks a ton making you nauseous while looking down. Can't see anything but water…read morebubbles. Ive done every type of tour on the island and this was the least favorite. Try the submarine tour.

I had the pleasure of visiting the Villas through Catalina Dream vacations for my 50th birthday…read moreand loved every minute of it‼AMBER was so easy to work with and I highly recommend Catalina Dream vacations to all my family and friends‼ We felt like we were in Italy, the views were absolutely amazing

Our stay at Villa 97 in Hamilton Cove was absolutely magical! Amber is a wonderful host--friendly,…read moreattentive, and knowledgeable about the island. The villa offered stunning, breathtaking ocean views and was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The included golf cart made touring the area incredibly convenient. Everything was perfect for a relaxing, unforgettable family vacation in Catalina. We can't wait to come back and visit again soon!

I can't wait to go back! I love Catalina Island, and this is a wonderful place to stay. Very…read morespacious, makes you feel like you're at home. That is if your home is on a tropical island. Fun to go with a group of friends or family

I stayed here with friends in 2006. It's a family run rental that is close to the bars, and just…read morefar away enough from the tourist spots. The place is clean and private, its a good place for kids and medium sized groups. I plan on visiting again this year and hopefully update this review with even more props.

Fantastic experience! Easy booking and delivery right on time. Having kayaks was amazing. Listen…read moreto the guidelines Chip gives about where and where not to go and you will be safe!

Super easy, super friendly. Kayaks were on the beach and paddles in our campsite so we were ready…read moreto go. Thanks a lot for accommodating our group!