Catalina Island self guided discovery walks
Catalina Island self guided discovery walks

Chart Your Course to Island Fun with the Catalina Compass App!

Let’s get going! We’re here for a good time not a long time!

Start Your Adventure in 3 Easy Steps

Turn your phone into a local tour guide with the Catalina Compass app! Navigate at your own pace with our engaging, GPS-activated audio adventures. 

Embrace the freedom of self-guided exploration, discover hidden island treasures, and most importantly, have an absolute blast along the way!


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  1. Download App!

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2. Select Tour!

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3. hAVE A BLAST!

Created by 3rd Generation Islanders

We're deeply passionate about our island home and have thoughtfully crafted each adventure just for you. Every story we tell, each song we share and the storytellers who entertain you are all steeped in Catalina Island’s rich history. 

And of course … we never let facts interfere with a good story!

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YOUR LOCAL GUIDE TO CATALINA ISLAND

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Explore Everything Including History, Climate & Things to Do

At Catalina Compass, our mission is to connect you to the magic of Catalina Island with local stories, fun facts, swashbuckling adventure and corny humor! From our self-guided walking tours to our fitness walks, scavenger hunts, kids' experiences, or pub crawls, we have something for everyone. More than anything, we want you to enjoy our island. This free guide helps you get to Catalina, find accommodations, and learn a few things along the way.