BACKPACK CATALINA ISLAND

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BEWARE!

That's right, wild bison roam the island and may put a kink in your hiking schedule if they choose to block the trail. Campsites come equipped with critter boxes unless camping at Two Harbors

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BLACKJACK CAMPGROUND: Nestled within pine and eucalyptus leaves, Blackjack campground rests 1600 feet above sea level.

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LITTLE HARBOR CAMPGROUND: The perfect beach campground offering grass for your tent along the coastline. Firewood is available for campsite delivery.

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TWO HARBORS CAMPGROUND: Up a short hike along the cliff overlookingthe harbor

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PARSONS CAMPGROUND: A secluded beach with 8 primitive sites. Firewood and water delivery are available to campsites

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- Hike 2.6 miles from Blackjack to Airport in the Sky for breakfast, that's right it's bougey! - Hike 6 miles to Little Harbor Campground Dashed Trail Dashed Trail

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- Hike 6 miles from Little Harbor to Two Harbors to enjoy some surf side pizza (no, we're not kidding) - Continue on 6 miles to hike to Parsons Campground. Dashed Trail Dashed Trail

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- Hike 6 miles from Little Harbor to Two Harbors to enjoy some surf side pizza (no, we're not kidding) - Continue on 6 miles to hike to Parsons Campground. Dashed Trail Dashed Trail

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Parson’s Landing to Two Harbors via the road and Lion’s Head (7.7 miles) Dashed Trail Dashed Trail

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BACKPACK CATALINA ISLAND

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The Trans Catalina trail is a 38 mile rugged hike that takes 4 days to complete. Let this be your guide from beginning to end!

ABOUT

• About 10,000 feet in total elevation gain • 5 Island campgrounds • Best to hike in fall, winter, or early spring for cool temperatures and shade

BEWARE!

BISON ALERT!!

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