Are dogs allowed on Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch?

Yes, Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch requires a permit. Catalina Island Conservancy; a free hiking permit is required for all hikers. Apply through the issuing agency at https://catalinaconservancy.org/recreation/hiking-permits/ before your visit — many systems run lotteries with fixed application windows.

How difficult is Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch?

Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch is rated difficult. It is 4.7 miles long with 1,936 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch

DifficultOut and Back

California

Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch

Avalon, California

4.7 mi

Distance

1,936 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 53m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

We don't have an editorial description for Catalina Island Golf Course to Hermit Gulch in our cache yet. The planning stats above (distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type) come from the source listed on this trail.

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Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

On Catalina Island Conservancy land; a free hiking permit from the Conservancy is required.

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Elevation Profile

Min:20 ft

Max:144 ft

590 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Permit required

Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.

Catalina Island Conservancy; a free hiking permit is required for all hikers.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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