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Howland's Landing Anchorage
✨ Hidden gem
Howland's Landing sits on the west end of Santa Catalina Island, a quieter, more remote alternative to the busier Two Harbors area just a short distance away. You anchor off here and take in the rugged, unspoiled Channel Island scenery with hiking trails and crystal-clear water for snorkeling right at your doorstep. It's about 22 miles off the Los Angeles coast, so the crowds thin out fast and you get that rare feeling of genuine seclusion.
Marinas and anchorages near Howland's Landing Anchorage · times are dock to dock
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How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
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- Busiest Friday through Sunday
- Fullest around 20:00, emptiest around 10:00
- Half the boats arrive by 13:00
- 78% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~4h · max recorded 10 boats
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