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Catalina Island

Kelp forests, giant black sea bass, and island time just offshore from Los Angeles

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Destination Guide Sources For Catalina Island

Reference links used to build and maintain this guide.

10 sources • Updated Nov 21, 2025

Written by DiveJourney. Built from public sources and local operator knowledge. Last updated Nov 21, 2025.

Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority - Official visitor information on transportation, activities, moorings, and island services.
Catalina Island Conservancy - Details on hiking permits, Trans Catalina Trail, interior transportation, and conservation policies.
Diving Catalina - Casino Point Dive Park - Local dive operator overview of water temperatures, visibility, and logistics at Casino Point Dive Park.
Underwater Photography Guide - Catalina Island - In depth guide to Catalina dive sites, seasons, and typical marine life for photographers.
Lovers Cove and Casino Point State Marine Conservation Areas - Summary of marine protected area boundaries and allowed activities near Avalon.
USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber - Information on the island’s recompression facility and its role in treating dive emergencies.
Catalina Island Health - Overview of hospital services and emergency care available on Santa Catalina Island.
Divers Alert Network (DAN) - Dive accident insurance options and global 24/7 emergency hotline for dive related medical issues.
Catalina Sea Temperature and Weather Overview - Seasonal sea temperature ranges, wind patterns, and weather context for Catalina Island.
DiveJourney Catalina Dive Spots - Community sourced profiles and conditions for Catalina sites like Casino Point, Bird Rock, Eagle Reef, and Parson’s Landing.