FULLERTON ZIPLINE FIELD GUIDE
Five Lines Above a Pacific Canyon: A Doorstep-to-Island Zipline Day from Fullerton
A coordinated hotel-to-boat-to-zipline outing that combines shuttle transfers, the Catalina Express, and five zip lines across island canyons—this guide explains the flow, limits, and logistics so you can plan confidently.
Five Lines Above a Pacific Canyon: A Doorstep-to-Island Zipline Day from Fullerton.
Adventure brief
Five Lines Above a Pacific Canyon: A Doorstep-to-Island Zipline Day from Fullerton
You’ll cross roughly three-quarters of a mile on five consecutive zip lines that soar as high as 300 feet above the canyon floor and reach speeds up to 45 mph; guides stop at each station to share wildlife, history and island context, and the whole journey runs approximately two hours.
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Route Schematic
Itinerary schematic
Key times and stops along the coordinated hotel–boat–zipline itinerary.
Hotel pick-up (Karmel Connect)
Shuttle pick-up from your hotel is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m.
Catalina Express departure — Long Beach
Board the Catalina Express from the Long Beach Downtown Landing terminal at 9:50 a.m.
Arrive Avalon
The boat arrives in Avalon around 11:00 a.m.; zipline times are scheduled afterward based on availability.
Zipline window
Zipline experiences are scheduled between approximately 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., depending on reservations and available time slots.
Return boat departure
The listed departure from Avalon is 3:55 p.m.; a later boat may be possible but requires arranging changes with the shuttle company at least 48 hours in advance.
Participants must meet the operator’s height and weight limits (weighed fully clothed at check-in); those who do not meet the requirements will not be permitted to ride and will not be refunded or rescheduled.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You start with a morning shuttle from your hotel and a scheduled crossing on the Catalina Express; once on Avalon, the zipline portion unfolds as five connected rides—hosts pause at stations for short presentations—while the whole guided experience is timed to return you to Avalon for the afternoon boat back to the mainland, all in about two hours for the zip segment.
THE LOGISTICS
Seamless hotel-to-island transfers
The operator coordinates shuttle pickup from your hotel and the Catalina Express boat, giving you a single, organized progression from Fullerton to Avalon so you avoid piecing together transport yourself.
THE ROUTE
Five consecutive zips across island canyon
The tour strings five zip lines together for a continuous zip experience totaling close to three-quarters of a mile, with platforms that place you roughly 300 feet above the canyon floor.
THE SENSE
Land-and-sea day: island context at each station
At each zip station, hosts present details about Catalina’s wildlife, history and the landscapes you’re passing through, pairing adrenaline with interpretation for a fuller island perspective and a chance to see the Pacific beyond the cables.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours operate seven days a week but observe blackout dates including Memorial Day (5/25), Juneteenth (6/19), July 3–4, Labor Day (9/7), Columbus Day (10/12), Veterans Day (11/11), Thanksgiving (11/26) and Christmas (12/25).
Participants will be weighed fully clothed at check-in; wear comfortable clothing appropriate for a day on an island and for harnessing. (Operators perform weigh-ins as part of check-in.)
Shuttle pickup, boat crossings, and zip schedules are coordinated—if you need to return on a later boat, changes must be requested with the shuttle company at least 48 hours in advance.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the zipline portion of the trip?
The zipline journey itself is part of an experience that lasts approximately two hours; the five lines together cover close to three-quarters of a mile.
What are the age and height requirements?
Participants must be at least 10 years old and at least 55 inches tall to ride without a guardian; children 7–9 may ride only if accompanied by an 18+ participant acting as guardian for the entire activity; children under 7 cannot participate.
Are there weight limits or tandem options?
Yes. Riders must weigh between 80 and 240 pounds; all riders are weighed fully clothed at check-in. Tandem riding is not allowed.
When do pickups and boat departures occur?
Hotel shuttle pickup is scheduled between 8:00–8:15 a.m.; the Catalina Express departs Long Beach at 9:50 a.m. and arrives Avalon around 11:00 a.m.; the scheduled return from Avalon is 3:55 p.m.
Can I change to a later boat if I want to stay longer on Catalina?
A later boat may be available depending on season and time of year, but changes must be requested with the shuttle company a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
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