Avalon Live Cam

Avalon is the only incorporated city on Santa Catalina Island

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Avalon. Catalina Island Catalina Island Casino Historical LandmarkCatalina Island is the perfect paradise for adventure, romance, family fun, and/or relaxation. This 76 square mile tropical island is full of eclectic scenery that will put you at ease the moment you arrive. The island covers the gamut of island activities, from land activities like hiking and bike riding to discovering the underwater kel.

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Early mornings 6–9am localQuietest — best light on water; surfers and fishermen active
Midday (11am–2pm) in seasonPeak beach activity; clearest water visibility in sunlight
SunsetGolden light — often most visually dramatic period
Storm / approaching weatherCheck wave size and conditions before visiting

Quick Facts

History & Context

Catalina Island Catalina Island Casino Historical LandmarkCatalina Island is the perfect paradise for adventure, romance, family fun, and/or relaxation. This 76 square mile tropical island is full of eclectic scenery that will put you at ease the moment you arrive. The island covers the gamut of island activities, from land activities like hiking and bike riding to discovering the underwater kelp forest and incredible sea life. Catalina Island has beautiful beaches, romantic sunsets, as well as great dining and night life. Avalon Avalon is a charming Mediterranean style small town.Located 22 miles off the coast of California, this charming Mediterranean style city is perfect for an island getaway. Conveniently located one hour (by boat) off the coast of Southern California makes it easy to escape and the hustle and bustle to enjoy Avalon's laid back atmosphere and warm weather. Avalon prides itself on its present and future vision of being a healthy, small town island community, being a quality cultural resort, and being a model ecological town. The residents strive to keep a clean, safe environment for tourists, as well as maintain a high-quality, unique vacation experience. Avalon is ecologically aware and practices environmental protection and stewardship. Avalon Bay is recognized nationally for its fine water quality. The community's efforts to reduce pollution, reduce waste and use energy efficient products make this an ecologically friendly environment. Conservation From mountain to sea Catalina inspires ecological exploration. Catalina Island Conservancy is dedicated to preserving the plant and animal life on the island. Preserving the island's ecosystem provides us the beautiful and serene landscape. Catalina Island Conservancy offer ways to get involved, including: fox rescue, Eco Tours, Volunteer Vacations, Tree Sponsorship, etc. How To Get Here There are two ways to get the island. There are two services by ferry boat from Long Beach, San Pedro, and Dana Point. Or arrive by helicopter. Once on the island, travel the 1 square mile island by foot, taxi, trolley, shuttle bus, bicycle, or golf cart.

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