Trans-Catalina Trail
The Trans-Catalina Trail is a long-distance trail which traverses Santa Catalina Island off the coast of southern California. From the eastern terminus at The Trailhead in Avalon out to Parson's Landing on the West end, then looping back to Two Harbors, the trail's official length is listed as 38.5 miles (62.0 km).[1] Camping is allowed by permit from the Catalina Island Conservancy. There are five campgrounds along or near the trail: Hermit Gulch, Black Jack, Little Harbor, Two Harbors, and Parsons Landing. Hikers usually take between 2 and 5 days to complete the route.[2]
| Trans-Catalina Trail | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Length | 38.5 mi (62.0 km) |
| Location | California, United States |
| Use | backpacking, hiking, trail running |
| Elevation change | 9,600 ft (2,900 m) |
| Highest point | 1,775 ft (541 m) |
| Lowest point | Parson's Landing, 0 ft (0 m) |
| Difficulty | Moderate to strenuous |
| Months | Year-round |
Gallery
Mile Marker 3 on the trail
Sign marking the direction of the trail
Mile Marker 9 on the trail
Sunrise from the Black Jack Campground
The trail approaching Little Harbor
On the western side of the Trans-Catalina Trail looking east towards Two Harbors
References
- Ward 2017, p. 15
- Hazzard, Cris (2021-05-01). "Trans Catalina Trail (TCT) Hike Guide". HikingGuy.com. Retrieved 2021-05-01.
- Ward, Sam (2017). Plan & Go: Trans-Catalina & Backbone Trails. San Diego: sandiburg press. ISBN 978-1943126088.
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