SANTA CATALINA ISLAND — It was the first day of my trip to Santa Catalina, and the island already was working its magic. I didn’t see anyone for miles as I hiked an eastern segment of the ...

Trudging up the steep, cactus-lined trail to Ballast Point on Catalina Island off Southern California, the views of the Pacific and a pair of scenic harbors below were becoming increasingly epic.

The welcoming view at Parsons Landing campground on northwest Santa Catalina Island. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times) As I hiked up a steep pitch on the west end of Santa Catalina Island, the ...

Santa Catalina Island has a rich and interesting history. From ancient Native American communities to movie stars, this ...

Know any other hikes that involve a boat ride across the pacific ocean, a car-free Island and roving herds of Bison? The 37.5-miles Trans-Catalina Trail does. Earlier this year, my friend Alan and I ...

Join me on an unforgettable adventure as we explore the most beautiful hike in California - the Trans Catalina Trail! This breathtaking journey takes us from Avalon to Hermit Gulch, showcasing the ...

A few months ago, YouTuber and photographer Andrew Levitt teamed up with his friends Jacob Phillips and Taylor Gray on a one-week road trip to try to recreate all of Apple's default wallpapers ...

AVALON, Calif.AVALON, Calif. — Residents and business owners of Santa Catalina Island have formed a coalition to fight against a proposal to dramatically raise their water rates. If state regulators ...