The only campground in the city of Avalon on Catalina Island is Hermit Gulch. The campground is located a mile from the center of town on Avalon Canyon Road just before the Botanical Gardens. For hikers, the adjacent Hermit Gulch Trail provides a single-track ascent to the Trans-Catalina Trail on the ridgeline above Avalon.
The campground is made up of 43 sites, each with its own picnic table and fire ring. Fire wood, charcoal, propane, and ice can be purchased from the campground host. Flush toilets and coin-operated showers are provided.
Hermit Gulch
Hermit Gulch charges per camper. The price varies from $12 to $16 for adults and $6 to $8 for children depending on the season. Hermit Gulch has several sites with platform tents in place for those who would rather not lug there tent out to the island. These tents may be reserved for $45 – $55 per night depending on the season. Stoves, sleeping bags, and tents can also be rented for a fee. See the Hermit Gulch Campground webpage to determine the cost of your visit. Reservations are required. To make one call 310-510-8368.
From the ferry launch in Avalon Harbor to the campground is a 1.5-mile walk over level paved roads. Taxis and shuttles are also available. For other lodging options and activities in Avalon, visit tripadvisor.com.
To get to the campground: Take a ferry 22-miles across the Pacific to the city of Avalon on Catalina Island. Walk through town and up Avalon Canyon Road. Hermit Gulch Campground is on the right side of the road after one mile.
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 | Hermit Gulch Trail Trans-Catalina Trail Loop This 11.75-mile hike over the ridges above Avalon offers amazing ocean views, in two directions at times, as well as a look at the pristine interior of the island. |
My little sisters are graduating from high school and we were thinking about taking them camping at Hermit Gulch. There maybe 8 of us coming all of the family. Please give me a quote for two nights and three days at the end of July.
Hi Jen,
Check the official website for rates: http://www.visitcatalinaisland.com/avalon/camp_hermitGulch.php
Do you know at what time checkout from this campground is? And I’ve read several places that no wood fires are allowed, but others say the rangers sell wood. So what is it?
Hi Leah,
There are grill stands, but I do not believe there are any fire rings. Your best bet is to give the campground a call to confirm and made a reservation at 310-510-8368. Have a great trip!
my dad will be there aug 1st to the 5th and wants too know if there’s any cots to rent please get back to me