TWO HARBORS, CA
2018
Visitors Guide
BOATING SEE & DO EAT & DRINK ACCOMMODATIONS RELAXATION EVENTS
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TWO HARBORS VISITORS GUIDE 2018
Welcome To Scenic Two Harbors
Where Every Experience Is Unique As You Are
Known
worldwide for its
diverse marine life,
Two Harbors is a great place
to spot harbor seals playing
in the kelp, slow-moving
sheephead swimming lazily by,
timid lobsters hiding among
the rocks below and bright
orange garibaldi lighting the
way with their iridescent glow.
W
hether you hike and bike scenic trails that crisscross Catalina’s
pristine wilderness; paddle secluded coves that define the
island’s unique shoreline, or snorkel crystal clear waters teeming
with colorful sea life, you’ll enjoy the natural beauty, rustic charm and
friendly vibe that makes Two Harbors a favorite destination of outdoor
lovers everywhere.
Two Harbors is also a boater’s paradise, with more than 700 moorings
in 11 scenic coves that offer safe, comfortable spots to enjoy a relaxing
stay on the water. The Harbor Office is open year round, and our
friendly, knowledgeable staff is always eager to assist you with a
mooring, direct you to ideal dive spots, and offer valuable information
to help you make the most of your Two Harbors boating experience.
Events
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something for everyone
FEBRUARY 14 –
“SWEETHEART DINNER”
Bring your special someone to the “Island
of Romance” for a romantic dinner at Harbor
Reef Restaurant. Please call 310.510.4215
for reservations.
APRIL 1 – TWO HARBORS EASTER
Hop on over to Two Harbors for our annual
Easter egg hunt and watch the little ones
search for the elusive “Golden Egg.”
Sponsored by Corsair Yacht Club.
JUNE 2 – SUMMER WINE FESTIVAL
Join us for fine wines and live music on
the beach at the 17th Annual Summer
Wine Festival. Tickets go on sale May 1.
VisitCatalinaIsland.com for tickets and more
information. This event sells out, so advance
purchase is strongly recommended.
JULY 6 – CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL AND
DINGHY PARADE
Bring your kids to Buffalo Park for a day
of activities and crafts at our 32nd Annual
Children’s Festival. Then dress up your dinghy
in a patriotic theme and join the 14th Annual
Dinghy Parade through the coves of the West
End. Prizes will be awarded for the most
creative dinghies.
JULY TBD – TWO HARBORS
FIREWORK SHOW
Join us for a spectacular Two Harbors tradition,
as fireworks are launched on the water over
Isthmus Cove. Fireworks begin at dark.
SEPTEMBER 1 – JIMMY WALKER
“BUFFALO CHIP” TOSS
See how far you can chuck your chip at our
32nd Annual Jimmy Walker Buffalo Chip Toss.
Chips will be provided and prizes will be
awarded for the furthest throws. Choose your
chip wisely.
SEPTEMBER 8 – MICROBREW FEST
Enjoy live music and a huge selection of
microbrews at the 16th Annual Microbrew Fest
on the beach in Two Harbors. Tickets go on
sale August 1. VisitCatalinaIsland.com for tickets
and more information. This event sells out, so
advance purchase is strongly recommended.
OCTOBER 4–7 – BUCCANEER DAYS
Don your best pirate attire and set sail for a
weekend of treasure hunts, costume contests,
great food and drink, live music and a boat load
of fun at the 29th Annual Buccaneer’s Weekend
in Two Harbors. VisitCatalinaIsland.com for
tickets and more.
NOVEMBER 22 – THANKSGIVING
“ISLAND STYLE”
Enjoy a traditional family-style Thanksgiving
dinner with all the trimmings in a unique Island
setting. Reservations are required. Please call
Harbor Reef Restaurant at 310.510.4215.
DECEMBER 31 – TWO HARBORS
NEW YEAR
Ring in the New Year at Harbor Reef Restaurant.
Enjoy dinner, dancing and a champagne toast
at midnight, and leave the driving to the
Shoreboat captains. Please call 310.510.4215
for reservations.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please call Two Harbors Events at
310.510.4249, email lboutillier@scico.com or VisitCatalinaIsland.com.
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See & Do
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find your island adventure
WORLDCLASS DIVING AND SNORKELING
Recognized for its clear, nutrient-rich water, Two Harbors is one of
the few places in the world where you can swim through a giant
kelp forest and spot up to 50 species of fish and invertebrates in
visibility that often exceeds 60 feet.
PADDLE AROUND PARADISE
Explore the clear waters of Isthmus Cove, paddle to a remote
beach for a picnic or just enjoy a scenic cruise along the coast.
The Dive & Recreation Center offers a great selection of kayaks
and SUPs to help you find your adventure. Choose from Malibu II,
Zest II, Scrambler XT, ScupperPro, Cabo and Prowler 15 kayaks.
Call 310.510.4272 for more information or group discounts.
BIKE THE WEST END
Head out for a two-wheeling adventure into Catalina’s beautiful
interior. It’s a great workout and great way to explore the miles
of trails that crisscross the island. The Dive & Recreation Center
rents Specialized mountain bikes with front-end suspension for a
smooth, comfortable ride. All rentals include interior biking permit,
map and helmet.
CAST OFF AND CAST A LINE
Whether you’re looking to catch dinner or just cast off for a cruise
along the coast, our outboard skiffs are a great way to enjoy the
clear blue water of Catalina’s West End. The Dive & Recreation
Center rents skiffs and you can get your bait and tackle at the
General Store. Call 310.510.4272 for more information.
PLAY A ROUND OF DISC GOLF
Get the gang together for a round of disc golf. Just pick up some
flying discs and a scorecard, and head to hole #1 at the south end
of Buffalo Park and follow the signs. Visit the Dive & Recreation
Center for more information.
Your island adventure begins at the Dive
& Recreation Center, where you’ll find
kayaks, SUPs, mountain bikes, SCUBA and
snorkel gear, and skiff rentals. Visit us at
the foot of the pier, or call 310.510.4272.
DIVE & RECREATION CENTER
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Two Harbors Boating
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AVALON
TWO HARBORS
Ripper’s
Paradise
Lava Wall
Gibraltar
Cabrillo
Goat Harbor
Italian Gardens
Emerald Bay
Howland’s Landing
Little Geiger
Cherry Cove
4th of July Cove
Isthmus Cove
Buttonshell Cove
Hen Rock
White’s Landing
Moonstone Cove
Catalina Harbor
Willow Cove
Pebbly
Beach
Seal Rocks
Church Rock
Hermit Gulch
Blackjack
Little Harbor
Catalina Airport
Salta Verde Point
China Point
Ben Weston Beach
Lobster Bay
Iron Bound Bay
Starlight Beach
Parson’s Landing
Silver Canyon
Bulrush Canyon
Middle Canyon
Cape Canyon
Cottonwood Canyon
Long
Point
MOORING AMENITIES
• Fresh Water
• Fuel Dock
• Pump Out
• Boat Shop
• Shoreboat Services
• Group Charter Services
• Dive Shop Rentals
• Catalina Express Landing
BENEFITS OF LEASING A MOORING
• Reserve a mooring for yourself or assign it to a guest
• Guarantee your mooring for big events and busy weekends
• Get reciprocal rights at all 11 coves in the Two Harbors system
Apply to our mooring wait list at VisitCatalinaIsland.com/MooringWaitlist
HARBOR PATROL ASSISTANCE
Contact Harbor Patrol on VHF Channel 9 for assistance in all Two Harbors coves.
ONLINE MOORING RESERVATIONS
FAST-CONVENIENT-GUARANTEED
Reserve any Two Harbors cove,
at VisitCatalinaIsland.com/MooringRez.
CATALINA HARBOR, TWO HARBORS
Catalina Harbor is one of only two U.S. Coast Guard “Year-
round Safe Harbors” in Southern California. It has 117 moorings
and anchorage for over 200. A natural sand spit extends across
a portion of the harbor entrance. A public dinghy dock, picnic
facilities and free pump out service are available. The village of
Two Harbors is a short walk on flat terrain from the dock.
ISTHMUS COVE, TWO HARBORS
With 257 moorings and anchorages for well over 100 vessels,
Isthmus Cove is second only to Avalon Harbor in boat activity
on Catalina. Ferries from the mainland dock at the pier, and Two
Harbors Harbor Department is based here. Shoreboat rides are
available year-round, with 24-hour service in the summer and a
more limited schedule in the winter.
Catalina Harbor Isthmus Harbor
more than 700 moorings
in 11 unique coves
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Two Harbors Boating
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AVALON
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Ripper’s
Paradise
Lava Wall
Gibraltar
Cabrillo
Goat Harbor
Italian Gardens
Emerald Bay
Howland’s Landing
Little Geiger
Cherry Cove
4th of July Cove
Isthmus Cove
Buttonshell Cove
Hen Rock
White’s Landing
Moonstone Cove
Catalina Harbor
Willow Cove
Pebbly
Beach
Seal Rocks
Church Rock
Hermit Gulch
Blackjack
Little Harbor
Catalina Airport
Salta Verde Point
China Point
Ben Weston Beach
Lobster Bay
Iron Bound Bay
Starlight Beach
Parson’s Landing
Silver Canyon
Bulrush Canyon
Middle Canyon
Cape Canyon
Cottonwood Canyon
Long
Point
Emerald Bay
Emerald Bay
FOURTH OF JULY COVE
This little jewel is west of Isthmus
Cove, with 42 moorings and deep
water (100+ feet) anchorages.
The Banning brothers, who
established Two Harbors in the
1900s, held many Fourth of July
celebrations here. Fourth of July
Yacht Club leases the onshore
facilities, which are popular
among boaters.
CHERRY COVE
Cherry Cove has 99 moorings and deep water (100+ feet)
anchorages. There is a Boy Scout Camp on shore. Two stands of
endemic trees—the Catalina cherry and the ironwood—are up the
canyon behind the cove. Lion’s Head, a prominent point of land on
the western side of the cove’s entrance, protects vessels from the
prevailing afternoon winds.
Emerald Bay
Cherry Cove
Howland’s Landing
HOWLAND’S LANDING
Howland’s Landing, the next cove west of Big Geiger, has
moorings for 40 boats. Catalina Island Camp is located on shore
and Los Angeles Yacht Club has shoreside facilities. The Howland’s
Landing watershed is the largest on Catalina’s West End.
EMERALD BAY
The next cove west of Howland’s Landing is Emerald Bay, with 102
moorings and anchorage for five to ten boats. This cove offers a
long strip of natural sandy beach that boaters can access. Corsair
Yacht Club and Boy Scout Camp have private onshore facilities
here which are not open to the public.
HEN ROCK
Located just south of Long
Point is Hen Rock, featuring 25
moorings and anchorage for
40. With abundant sea life and
several fun reefs to explore,
Hen Rock is one of the best
snorkeling and dive sites on
Catalina Island. The onshore
facilities are leased to Balboa
Yacht Club.
WHITE’S LANDING &
MOONSTONE COVE
These coves are located past
Long Point, east of Two Harbors.
They have a combined 58
moorings and anchorage for 50.
White’s Landing offers one of
the nicest and most expansive
sandy beaches on the island.
Newport Harbor Yacht Club
leases facilities at Moonstone.
BUTTONSHELL COVE
Situated seven miles east of Isthmus Cove, Buttonshell Cove is
fairly small, with only seven moorings and anchorage for ten.
Catalina Island Marine Institute Camp Fox, a YMCA summer camp,
leases the land side facilities.
Fourth of July Cove
Emerald Bay
Hen Rock
White’s Landing / Moonstone Cove
Buttonshell Cove
Cherry Cove
Howland’s Landing
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Eat & Drink
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enjoy the flavors of Two Harbors
WEST END GALLEY
This Two Harbors “quick stop” is open daily
and offers a wide variety of breakfast and lunch
items, including fresh baked cinnamon rolls,
cappuccinos, lattes, coffee, breakfast burritos,
and a generous selection of burgers, specialty
salads and wraps that you can enjoy on the deck
overlooking the harbor.
HARBOR REEF SALOON
Enjoy a great selection of beer, wine and
signature cocktails, like the world famous Buffalo
Milk. Harbor Reef Saloon also serves appetizers,
salads and sandwiches. Join us for live music on
the Harbor Reef Patio on Saturday and Sunday
during the day, and dance to DJs on Friday and
Saturday nights, from July 4th through Labor Day.
Friendly service, casual island
atmosphere and a large harbor view
patio make Harbor Reef Restaurant a
Two Harbors institution and favorite
gathering place for campers, boaters
and locals alike.
Choose from a hearty selection of
appetizers, salads, burgers, steaks,
ribs, chicken and seasonal specials like
locally harpooned swordfish during
the summer months. If the swordfish
flag is flying on the pier, the swordfish
filets are cooking in the kitchen.
Harbor Reef’s dining room is open
year-round for dinner. The patio is
open for lunch during the summer.
For reservations and information,
call 310.510.4215.
HARBOR REEF RESTAURANT
Find almost anything you need at The General Store, including
grocery items, specialty cheeses, breads, domestic beers and
micro brews, wines and spirits, beach accessories, and fishing
and camping gear. You’ll also find a great selection of specialty
gifts, apparel and island memorabilia. Shipping is available.
Open 365 days a year. 310.510.4217.
TWO HARBORS GENERAL STORE
Soft sand and swaying palms lend South
Pacific charm to this beautiful oasis on the
shore of Isthmus Cove. Get together with
friends in a furnished beachside palapa,
offering refreshing amenities and seating for
up to eight, or spend a relaxing day by the
shore in an oceanfront lounge chair.
For the ultimate in beachfront dining, Reef
Point Dining Deck at the foot of the pier serves
signature food and drinks with spectacular
ocean views. Food and beverage service is
available from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm daily during
spring, summer and fall. For palapa and lounge
chair reservations, call 310.510.4215.
Harbors Sands Palms Group Venue is ideal
for parties, corporate events and family
gatherings, with picnic table seating for up
to 250, shade sails, three large BBQs and
complete catering and bar services. For group
reservations, call 310.510.4249 or
email lboutillier@scico.com.
Experience
Harbor Sands
Pre-order and save time. Order your groceries and
supplies in advance, and we’ll have everything ready for you
to pick up when you arrive. We can also deliver directly to
your campsite. For more information, call 310.510.4217 or
email generalstor[email protected]. You can also download an
order form at VisitCatalinaIsland.com.
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TWO HARBORS CAMPGROUND
On a bluff overlooking the ocean, these sites are a short
walk from the village of Two Harbors. Amenities include
showers, restrooms, picnic tables, fire pits, BBQs,
sunshades and gear haul from the pier.
LITTLE HARBOR
Hike, bike or take the shuttle to what Sunset Magazine
rated “One of the Best Campgrounds in the West.”
Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, BBQs,
chemical toilets, rinse-off showers, fresh water and
sunshades.
BLACK JACK
More than 1,600 feet above the sea, this campground
offers 11 sites in a secluded, tranquil setting with
sweeping ocean and canyon views. Amenities include
picnic tables and chemical toilets.
PARSON’S LANDING
Accessible by foot or kayak, this secluded beachfront
campground offers BBQs, fire rings, picnic tables
and chemical toilets. No shade structures. Water and
firewood can be pre-ordered and delivered to your site.
BRISA DEL MAR
Located on the beach with accommodations for up to
30, this site is ideal for those who enjoy fishing, kayaking
and snorkeling. Amenities include charcoal grills, flush
toilets and a large A-Frame shade structure.
BAHIA AZUL
This secluded site accommodates up to 30, with all the
amenities for an unforgettable camping experience,
including a semi-private beach, large fire pit, Weber gas
grill, flush toilets and amazing ocean views.
TWO HARBORS
CAMPING CABINS
Located in the village, these 2-person cabins
have a refrigerator, heater and closet. Guests
share rest rooms, showers and a kitchen
with gas cook top, barbecues, a sink with
running water and plenty of counter space.
Available November through March.
For reservations and more information,
call 310.510.4205 or VisitCatalinaIsland.com.
Villa Santa Rosa
Stay
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come ashore and explore
Villa Santa Cruz
Banning House Lodge
BANNING HOUSE LODGE is a charming bed & breakfast
overlooking Two Harbors, with 12 en suite guest rooms decorated
in the character of an early 20th century lodge. Relax with a book
by the fire in the Common Lodge or Sun Room, and enjoy sweep-
ing vistas from the beautifully-trellised courtyard.
VILLA SANTA CRUZ is a beautiful vacation rental that’s ideal
for families and small groups who want to get away without giving
up all the comforts of home. Three bedrooms, two baths and a
spacious loft accommodate up to eight guests. A fully-equipped
kitchen, expansive harbor-view windows and a relaxing solarium
add to the island ambiance.
VILLA SANTA ROSA accommodates up to
eight guests in two master suites and two guest
rooms with a third bath. An open living area with
massive stone fireplace and huge windows is
a great spot to gather and enjoy the island
scenery. The large kitchen and harbor-view
dining deck make meals a breeze.
Guests at Banning House Lodge & Villas enjoy
complimentary shuttle service to the village upon
arrival and departure. Guests also enjoy a daily
complimentary continental breakfast and evening
wine and cheese receptions in the Banning House
Lodge Dining Room. For accommodation reservations, call
877.778.8322 or VisitCatalinaIsland.com.
ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION
Two Harbors Harbor Dept. | 310.510.4253
Cat Harbor Pump-out Service | 310.510.4253
Two Harbors Outboard Shop | 310.510.4212
U.S. Coast Guard | 310.521.3815
LA County Lifeguard/Paramedics | 310.510.0341
LA County Sheriff | 310.510.0174
LA County Fire | 310.510.0424
Avalon Harbor Department | 310.510.0535
Catalina Express | 800.481.3470
IEX Helicopters | 310.510.2525
Visitor Services/Camping | 310.510.4205
Dive & Recreation Center | 310.510.4272
Banning House Reservations | 800.322.3434
Harbor Reef Reservations | 310.510.4215
Parts and Supply Warehouse | 310.510.4221
Catering Sales | 310.510.4249
General Store | 310.510.4217
Vessel Assist | 310.510.1675
VISITOR SERVICES
Stop by the foot of the pier for:
• Catalina Express boat tickets
• Safari Bus reservations and tickets
• Camping check-ins and information
• Bicycle and hiking permits
• Special events and activities
• General info and email access
