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Nature Center at Avalon Canyon

53 Reviews

#25 of 56 things to do in Avalon

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Nature & Wildlife Areas, Nature & Parks

Avalon Canyon, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704

+1 310-510-0954

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“Small with a great display”

Enjoyed reviewing the several displays here regards the conservancy efforts. There’s a fun little... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

WorldTvlerParker_CO

Parker, CO

“A "Don't Miss" stop on your stay in Avalon !!!”

I have camped and anchored all over the island and very much appreciate the wildlife. Besides the... read more

Reviewed 3 January 2018

wilsonjon965

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Exhibits and films about Catalina Island’s wildlife, visit with a Naturalist, and get a hiking permit.

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53 reviews

Excellent37%
Very good53%
Average9%
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Terrible1%

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“flora and fauna” (7 reviews)

“visitor center” (2 reviews)

“plant species” (2 reviews)

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Avalon Canyon, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704

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+1 310-510-0954

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WorldTvlerParker_CO

Parker, CO

580196

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Small with a great display

Enjoyed reviewing the several displays here regards the conservancy efforts. There’s a fun little spot for kids as well. They also have days for volunteering...which, if time had permitted, I would have done.

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wilsonjon965

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Reviewed 3 January 2018

A "Don't Miss" stop on your stay in Avalon !!!

I have camped and anchored all over the island and very much appreciate the wildlife. Besides the Buffalo there are other interesting animals and birds. I actually am lucky enough to been within 5 feet of the rare Catalina Fox . So when I went...More

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WestwoodTrekker

15870

Reviewed 30 December 2017

A good walk from the town

If you want an easy roadside walk, this will take about two hours r/t from downtown Avalon and not be too much effort. We decided to walk for the exercise rather than taking a golf cart. The nature center itself is pretty small but had...More

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Linda N

Reviewed 23 August 2017 via mobile

Quick fun stop

We walked there from the boat dock and it was an enjoyable walk. Took approximately 1 hour because we made many stops along the way. The Nature Center is located towards the most distal part of the Island, so if you walk there, you will...More

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Catalina C

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

9014

Reviewed 31 May 2017

A must to truly appreciate the beauty of the island.

On your way to the botanical garden be sure to stop by the nature center. It is free and has enough information to keep you busy for 30 minutes to an hour. Take your time, because it is the only way to truly appreciate the...More

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Thanks for your review! It sounds like you really took the time to explore our Nature Center - that's awesome! Come visit us again the next time you're on the island.

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MaryandLisa0916

Tracy, California

114

Reviewed 18 March 2017

Great Tour

This is another tour you must do, if this is your first time in Catalina Island. Take the tour, its worth it.

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Thanks for your review! Come visit us again soon.

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C R

Atlanta, Georgia

292

Reviewed 14 February 2017

small but very informative

We decided to do this tour because we all love animals. not such a big place but definitely had lots of information for you. Including plants etc of the island.

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Thanks for stopping by our Avalon Nature Center and for posting your review!

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Cinda10

Knoxville, Tennessee

530165

Reviewed 29 November 2016

Quite Interesting

Although this is a small place, it did have some interesting facts about the island. So, if you are interested in some history, and indigenous facts about animals, birds, wildlife and plants on the island, then you will enjoy it here. Also, the receptionist was...More

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SoCalAdventureSeeker

San Diego, California

13180

Reviewed 24 October 2016

Quick stop for informative visitor center

Very informative visitor center. It shares history and conservation efforts. The Eagle Egg swap program was very interesting! I stopped here to get my hiking permits. The process was quick and the young lady who helped was very friendly. Hiking permits are free but they...More

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Meg48_12

Lakeside, California

6816

Reviewed 13 September 2016

Nice Place to Visit..

The Nature Center is a great place to get an idea of Catalina..has the local soapstone that the natives used...really interesting stone to feel

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