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4.5 47 reviews

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“frog rock”(8 reviews)

“descanso beach”(11 reviews)

“kayaking experience”(2 reviews)

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Fun at Descanso Beach, Catalina Island with rentals of kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel equipment, tubes & viewboards. Featuring daily paddle tours and discounted rental packages. Support for kayak campers.

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Hours Today: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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5 St Catherine Way, Descanso Beach Club, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704

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+1 310-510-1226

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Carol L

Salt Lake City, Utah

393190

Reviewed 26 June 2018 via mobile

Lots of fun

Very helpful staff. Relatively inexpensive. Kids loved it, saw 7 seals. One was only feet away. Only out for an hour, which was enough for us.

Thank Carol L

Thank you Carol, for taking the time to post this review. We're glad your family enjoyed the best of Catalina Island with us!

Suzie623

York, Nebraska

10528

Reviewed 23 March 2018 via mobile

BEST kayaking trip with Guide Brandon

We participated in the Frog Rock kayaking trip. Our guide, Brandon was WONDERFUL! Our family of 4 was the only group so we received very personalized service. Brandon told us a lot of interesting facts about the Island. We definitely recommend this activity!!

Thank Suzie623

Thanks for letting us know how wonderful Brandon is, we think he is too! Hope to see you again some time out here on Catalina Island.

Nicole M

3112

Reviewed 18 February 2018 via mobile

Kayaking to Frog Rock

If you want a fun day on the water check out the kayak tours! We had a great experience kayaking to Frog Rock from the Descanso Beach. It was about a two hour tour and our guide Brian was great! He was informative and very...More

Thank Nicole M

Thanks for your review Nicole! You just never know what the weather will be like or what you will experience, so glad you enjoyed your tour. I've passed this on to Brian, he'll be stoked too!

A TripAdvisor Member

9

Reviewed 5 November 2017 via mobile

A must do.

Absolutely awesome location, great views, loved the clam chowder served in a cob loaf, yum, excellent service.

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Travis L

152

Reviewed 26 October 2017 via mobile

Paddle boarding

Decided to hang out at Descanso for the day and rented a couple of paddle boards for a couple hours. The prices weren’t outrageous and they had plenty of boards for rent. I love the area for paddle boarding and it is very relaxing!! We...More

Thank Travis L

Hi Travis, thanks for coming out and enjoying this beautiful fall weather on our paddleboards! (and thanks for taking the time to write a little review)

wfish52

Los Angeles, California

2

Reviewed 6 October 2017

Willow Cove Expedition

My friends and I booked a half day guided tour that included kayaking to and from Willow Cove, picnic, and snorkeling. It was a fun, if not exhausting, day in the sun :) The whole trip is about 5 miles, so you definitely get in...More

Thank wfish52

I'm glad you enjoyed your tour with us, and happy to read your review. Sounds like nature put on a show for you!

andreasmithGG

Tucson, Arizona

10

Reviewed 29 August 2017 via mobile

Sister's Trip

The staff was friendly and helpful. Equipment was in good condition and the prices were reasonable. We had a great time!

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vtaylo2888

Jackson, Tennessee

136

Reviewed 20 August 2017 via mobile

Pretty views, solid workout

Chose this as part of a cruise excursion. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Experience helps, but anyone can use these kayaks. The route doesn't seem that long but does give you a solid workout. For those who are more adventurous or...More

Thank vtaylo2888

Thanks for your participation and your comments, glad you enjoyed yourself!

James C

2523

Reviewed 24 July 2017

A wonderful kayaking experience.

After setting up our group at Descanso Beach Club with blankets to lay down on the sand and putting up our beach umbrellas, we headed over to this place to rent some kayaks. You need to sign their waiver form and leave your driver’s license...More

1 Thank James C

Hi James, thanks for your candid remarks- sounds like you had some fun and learned a new skill! Most visitors to Avalon don't get beyond the city limits to experience the actual "island" part of Catalina Island. Thanks again for your review, see ya next...More

Dawn K

114

Reviewed 2 July 2017 via mobile

Kayaking

This outfit was the best! The three of us kayaked out and back as far as we could in an hour and got a great workout and beautiful scenery. And, we didn't have to spends lot of time paddling around moored boat. Would definitely go...More

Thank Dawn K

Thanks for that exclamation point, we appreciate your comment!

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Travelervg

Is there a place to rinse off after going into the beach?

31 July 2018|

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Our water sports business featuring kayaking, SUP, snorkeling rentals and guided eco tours is located at the Descanso Beach Club in Avalon and yes, the Beach Club has fresh water rinse off showers.

Denny W

Price on cayack

24 July 2017|

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Hi Denny, I'll assume you're asking how much a double kayak for one hour will set you back - that answer is almost $33. We pro-rate all of hour rental rates, they are less expensive the longer you stay out. (for instance... More