Avalon, California is home to the Wrigley Botanical garden, which is located just outside of the town. It is also home to the historic Avalon Theatre, which was the first theater designed specifically for movies with sound. Golf Gardens, internationally known as one of the most challenging miniature golf courses in the world, is located within the city of Avalon. The Catalina Island musem features award-winning exhibits with rare photos and artifacts is located within Avalon as well. Hermit Gulch, a campground within the city limits, features hot showers, BBQ stands, picnic tables, tents, equipment and everything else one needs for a great camping experience in Avalon! Nearby Pasadena features beautiful beaches and famous kayaking, while Long Beach features a conservatory filled with diverse natural sources and upaved hiking and biking routes. Also near Avalon is Claremont, famous for it's 5 in-city colleges, and known as "the city of Trees and PhDs."The beaches around Avalon are perfect for scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing or other aquatic-related activities. The beautiful scenery make golfing on the island a fantastic experience. Less