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Trans-Catalina Trail permit
A rugged 38.5-mile traverse across Santa Catalina Island—from the harbor town of...
Little Harbor Campground Permit
Catalina Island Conservancy · California
One date at a time
Coastal campground.
70% of the openings our scanner caught on Little Harbor were gone within 10 minutes.
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Little Harbor Quick Facts
Permit RequiredYes
Booking MethodReservation
Demand LevelHigh7/10
Little Harbor Permit Facts
- As of September 2026, Little Harbor in Catalina Island Conservancy, California requires a permit issued via reservation.
- Little Harbor is a high-demand permit, rating 7/10 on PermitSnag's demand index.
- Cancelled Little Harbor permits are re-released on the booking system; PermitSnag monitors availability and alerts watchers when dates open.
Key Information
Permit Details
TypeOvernight
Booking MethodReservation
Demand Level7/10
LocationCA
How to Get This Permit
1
Create a VisitCatalinaIsland.com account
Sign up at VisitCatalinaIsland.com if you don't have an account. Have your payment info ready.
2
Know the release schedule
Permits typically release on a rolling basis. Check the specific release time for your desired dates.
3
Be ready when permits drop
Log in a few minutes early. Have your dates, group size, and payment ready to go.
4
Monitor for cancellations
If your dates are sold out, people cancel all the time. Set up PermitSnag alerts to catch openings instantly.
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Little Harbor FAQ
How do I get a Little Harbor permit?
Little Harbor permits use a reservation system. PermitSnag sends lottery open, deadline, and results reminders; you can also enable cancellation alerts if spots open later.
When is the best time to visit Little Harbor?
Check with the managing agency for current season dates. Weekdays generally have better availability than weekends.
How competitive is the Little Harbor permit?
This permit has a demand score of 7/10, making it highly competitive. We recommend having backup dates and using PermitSnag's cancellation alerts.
What if I can't get a Little Harbor permit?
Cancellations happen daily. Set up alerts with PermitSnag to get notified the moment a spot opens up. Pro and $19 single-permit alerts are checked about every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.
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