Nature preserve stay in Avalon, California

Wildlands Express Airport Shuttle is a convenient and eco-friendly transportation service located at 708 Crescent Avenue in Avalon, California. Our institution is dedicated to preserving and restoring the environment on Catalina Island, promoting ecologically sustainable communities, and creating a healthier future for both the island and our Earth. As the oldest and largest private land trust in California, the Catalina Island Conservancy offers formal classroom lessons and non-formal outdoor experiences designed to engage and educate visitors about the island's unique ecosystem. We open our wildlands to the public, providing access to various trails and maps for exploration.

The Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel, located at 199 Chimes Tower Road in Avalon, California, is a historic landmark transformed into a luxurious lodging option on Catalina Island. Originally built in 1926 by the famous novelist Zane Grey as his vacation home, the estate now offers guests a perfect blend of modern comfort and historical charm. With renovations completed in 2019, guests can enjoy stunning views of the island hills and harbor, as well as the unique architecture of the iconic Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel. Guests can take advantage of complimentary shuttle service and breakfast during their stay, as well as indulge in the peaceful serenity and panoramic views from the hillside location. The hotel also partners with Kind Traveler's Every Stay Gives Back program, supporting the Catalina Island Conservancy. Through this program, $1 per night of each guest's stay is donated to the conservancy, which works to preserve and protect the natural resources of the island through conservation, education, and recreation initiatives. By choosing to stay at the Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel, guests can enjoy a luxurious experience while also giving back to the local community and environment.