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Butterfield Park has a full basketball court for those who wish to play a quick game. The location also has a tot lot and a gazebo, providing the amenities for a family outing.
47.5 Miles
Icons of Avalon gives historical and cultural tours, pointing out details you might have missed. Topics include architecture, important local figures, and famous influences.
47.5 Miles
A neighborhood park, Cypress Trails Park provides a paved walking trail, open grass fields, a playground, restroom facilities and tennis courts. The park can be used for picnics with shelters, tables and grills available.
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52 votes
1974
Baldy View Dog Park
11th St Mountain Ave & San Antonio, Upland, CA 91786
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Take a four-legged friend for some outdoor time at Baldy View Dog Park. Small and large dog areas are available, and potty bag dispensers and trash bins are on site.
47.6 Miles
Glass Bottom Boat Tour in Avalon takes its guests on a glass-bottom boat in the Catalina Islands. Passengers can see the diversity of fish that inhabit these islands up-close. Tickets cost $16 per person.
47.6 Miles
Located on Catalina Island, Three Palms Avalon Arcade is a family owned entertainment center, opened year-round. Opened in 2011, they are showcasing new games, 4 bowling lanes, a Sports zone and an electronic shooting gallery.
47.6 Miles
Daredevils and adrenaline junkies flock to Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour, an adventure tour company in California. The firm's most popular tour package is a five-line zip tour covering a scant mile above Avalon. Catalina Zip Line Eco Tour also offers guided driving tours.
47.6 Miles
Avalon's Descanso Beach is a pristine waterfront strip that is the perfect setting for weddings, social events and relaxing after a busy day. One of the beach's most popular features is the Decanso Beach Club, a seaside bar that serves cocktails and delicious meals.
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With Taste of Catalina Food Tours, visitors can browse the cuisines from the island and sample a variety of food items. The company offers two tours, an Avalon Tasting & Cultural Walking Tour and a Catalina Happy Hour Tour.
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170 votes
22701 Pelican Hill Road South, Newport Beach, CA 92657
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The Pelican Hill Golf Club offers 36 holes of golf, all of which offer stunning ocean panoramas. In addition, there is also a 44,000 square-foot clubhouse that boasts a coffee bar, restaurant, golf shop and separate women's and men's locker rooms.