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Things to Do Near Catalina Airport (KAVX)

Catalina Airport (KAVX) is a general aviation airport in Avalon, California, at 1,602 ft field elevation with a 3,000 ft runway. 1 spot is right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger. Fly to Catalina Island! The Airport in the Sky with stunning ocean views, shuttle to Avalon village

Identifier
KAVX
Location
Avalon, CA
Field Elevation
1,602 ft
Longest Runway
3,000 ft
100LL
$7.89

Restaurants & Dining (1)

restaurant · On the field

DC-3 Gifts & Grill

on the field · ★ 4.6

Iconic restaurant inside a converted DC-3 aircraft at the Airport in the Sky. Burgers, bison, and views you won't forget.

Attractions (3)

attraction

Catalina Island Conservancy

1.0 mi · ★ 4.6

Explore 42,000 acres of preserved wildlands with Jeep eco-tours, bison viewing, and nature center.

attraction

Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden

9.0 mi · ★ 4.5

Beautiful memorial and garden featuring endemic Catalina Island plants. A peaceful 1.7-mile walk from Avalon.

attraction

Avalon Village

10.0 mi · ★ 4.8

Charming seaside town with shops, restaurants, and the famous Casino building. Take the shuttle from the airport.

Hikes & Trails (1)

hike

Trans-Catalina Trail

0.5 mi · ★ 4.9

38-mile trail spanning the entire island with stunning ocean vistas, endemic plants, and bison sightings.

Adventures (2)

adventure

Two Harbors

8.0 mi · ★ 4.7

Remote village on the island's isthmus with kayaking, snorkeling, camping, and hiking. Accessible by shuttle.

adventure

Descanso Beach Club

10.5 mi · ★ 4.5

Beach club with kayaking, paddleboarding, zip-lining, and a bar right on the sand in Avalon.

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