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Avalon’s Only Campground
The Hermit Gulch Campground is Avalon’s only camping facility. Located 1.5 miles from the Avalon boat landing, the campground is situated on a tree-lined grassy field in Avalon Canyon, near the Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Garden. Hermit Gulch offers pretty views of the surrounding hills and access to hiking trails nearby.
Facilities and Activities
- Picnic tables
- BBQ
- Showers
- Fresh water
- Flush toilets
- Vending machines
- Rangers sell charcoal, ice, fire logs and propane
Directions to Campground
Hermit Gulch is located on Avalon Canyon Road one mile from downtown Avalon. Taxi service is available from the Avalon Boat Landing.
| Adult/Child | Tent Cabin | |
| Summer Midweek (6/12 thru 9/6) |
$14 / $7 | $50 |
| Summer Weekend (6/12 thru 9/6) |
$16 / $8 | $55 |
| Winter Midweek (1/1 thru 3/12 and 10/18 thru 12/31) | $12 / $6 | $45 |
| Winter Weekend (1/1 thru 3/12 and 10/18 thru 12/31) | $12 / $6 | $45 |
| Spring Midweek (3/13 thru 6/11 and 9/7 thru 10/17) | $12 / $6 | $45 |
| Spring Weekend (3/13 thru 6/11 and 9/7 thru 10/17) | $14 / $7 | $50 |
For groups of 20 or more adults, please call Darlene Cates:
310-510-8368 ext. 1414 (Please note that reservations booked over the phone are subject to a $10 administration fee).
| 4 Person Tent |
$16.00 |
| Sleeping Bag and Pad | $12 for bag and pad |
| 2 Burner Stove (includes propane) | $15.00 per day |
| Lantern (includes propane) | $12.00 per day |
| Large 3 Burner Stove (without propane) | $20.00 |
| 16oz Canister of Propane | $6.00 |
| Fire Starter | $1.00 |
| Globes for Lantern (campground does not sell) | $8.00 |
Equipment Rental
Equipment and tent cabin rentals are available on a daily basis.
Tips
Many campers enjoy the slight uphill hike from the Avalon Boat Landing. If you prefer, taxi service is available from the Avalon Boat Landing. Baggage service is available for a fee from the Catalina Boat Service, located at the Avalon Boat Landing.
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Reservation Required
310-510-TENT (8368)
