"Santa Catalina, 26 miles across the sea, famous from a 1958 hit song."

"Beyond the eight Channel Islands, California has 527 named islands."

"From Alcatraz to Angel Island, each island holds unique stories."

"Angel Island: The West Coast’s Ellis Island, gateway for 500,000 immigrants."

"Coronado Island: Home to 23,000 residents, a Navy base, and the iconic Hotel Del Coronado."

"Future home to 45,000 people, Stewart Tract will surpass Coronado in population."

"Fannette Island: Lake Tahoe's lone island with a stone tea house atop."

"Farallon Islands: A remote, wildlife refuge visible from Mt. Diablo on a clear day."

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