Santa Catalina Island, though just a roughly one hour boat ride from Long Beach, has always been somewhat of a mystery for me — despite my being a lifelong resident of the South Bay. It’s always been ...

As I fell asleep in a tent to the sounds of waves crashing on the beach and no cell phone service anywhere in the vicinity, I thought, this is the respite I needed. That is, until the wee hours of the ...

Editor’s note: The Wild is all about featuring a variety of exciting voices from SoCal’s outdoors scene. For the next several weeks, we’re featuring guest writers (whom we’ve dubbed “wilders” ) from ...

Getting to Catalina Island should not cost a fortune, but if you are not careful, you will end up overpaying. Ferry prices keep climbing and options feel limited, but there are ways to save if you ...

Thinking about a trip to Catalina Island but not sure when to go? Some say spring is perfect, while others swear there are better times to visit. Weather, crowds, and prices can make or break your ...