What should I bring to Catalina Island?

If you do not have a backpacking-specific backpack, do not worry. You can add gear haul so you can put your belongings in a duffel, suitcase, or storage bin and Catalina Backcountry will haul it from one campsite to the next.

BACKPACKER PACKING LIST

Tent or Tarp for shelter (hammocks are not allowed)
Sleeping pad
Sleeping bag
Pillow
Trekking poles strongly recommended
A headlamp or flashlight
Hiking shoes/boots + good socks
Backpack with water storage (we recommend hiking with at least 2L of water for these hikes)
Clothes you feel comfortable hiking in (performance materials recommended, cotton is a nightmare on a long hike).
- WEATHER: Catalina Island can be cool in the mornings and at night with warm and sunny afternoons. Be comfortable. We are expecting mid 70’s in the day and mid 50’s at night.
Sun protection - Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses - this hike is fully exposed, no shade
Swimsuit/towel - we are camping are near the beach, towel can also be used for stretching in the morning
Snacks/lunch - because everyone has different needs when hiking, lunch IS NOT included in this retreat - so please plan to bring trail snacks, a lunch, etc that you can eat
Personal Toiletries – there are coin-operated showers in Two Harbors