Due to the rainy weather, the Catalina Island Conservancy is adjusting operations to prioritize public safety. Trail and road access may change as conditions evolve. Please monitor weather conditions closely.
Road and Trail Conditions (as of 11 a.m. Jan. 3, 2026)
Road access is determined by ranger safety assessments and may change due to rainfall, changing conditions, slides or falling rocks.
Open
- Avalon to Airport Road
- Hiking Trails
Closed
- Escondido Road
- Roads behind locked gates
4×4 Only
- Isthmus Road
- Airport Road to Middle Ranch
Additional road closures may occur if conditions worsen.
Safety Reminders
- Watch for falling rocks and potential mud slides.
- Driving, hiking or biking on closed roads or trails is not permitted.
- Two-wheel-drive vehicles are prohibited on roads designated as 4×4 only.
- Once trails become saturated and closures are initiated, hikers should use main roads.
- For the latest weather alerts, visit the National Weather Service.
- For ferry alerts, visit Catalina Express or Catalina Flyer.
- For the latest from the City of Avalon.
- For power outages, visit Southern California Edison.
- For emergencies, dial 911.
