Santa Catalina is 22 miles from the mainland, despite the lyrics of the Four Preps' song.
Twenty-six miles across the sea Santa Catalina is a-waitin' for me Santa Catalina, the Island of Romance -- "26 Miles", The Four Preps, 1958
Catalina is a world unto itself, a distant asylum from the hustle and bustle of the rest of Southern California. 88% of the island is owned by the Catalina Conservancy which is chartered with protecting its environment.
Many visitors to the island come from cruises offered by Carnival.
The area codes for Catalina Island are 310 or the soon to be 424.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Catalina Island
Where To Stay & Best Hotels in Catalina Island - updated May 2024
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