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Channel Islands
Accessible only by boat or plane, Channel Islands National Park offers a rare blend of wild island landscapes and thriving coastal waters.
Top Stops
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Information
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Basic Information
Fees and ReservationsYou're free to visit Channel Islands National Park -- literally! There isn't an entrance fee at this national park.
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Hiking
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Point of interest
Cathedral Cove TrailViews of beautiful rock formations are your prize for hiking this trail.
Beach Access
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Camping
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Point of interest
Landing Cove CampgroundMake reservations to sleep under the stars on Santa Barbara Island.
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East Islet CampgroundTake the 157 stairs to get closer to the stars on Anacapa Island.
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Water Canyon CampgroundA flat, 1.5-mile hike brings you to Water Canyon Campground.
Point of Interest
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Point of interest
West Anacapa IslandThe west side of the island is mostly off limits to visitors, except Frenchy's Cove.
Picnicking
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Point of interest
Prisoners Harbor TrailThis easy hike is a terrific introduction to Prisoners Harbor and Santa Cruz Island.
Restrooms
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Point of interest
Smugglers Cove TrailThis out-and-back trail is light on traffic but heavy on challenges.
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Yellowbanks TrailThis three-mile hike passes by an abandoned ranch and leads to a secluded beach.
Parking
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Support
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Point of interest
Channel Islands Park FoundationThis non-profit foundation supports the national park.
Nearby Parks Around Channel Islands
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Channel Islands
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2.0 mi away
Nature Conservancy Area
The western 76 percent of Santa Cruz Island is owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy, and is off-limits to visitors.
8.0 mi away
East Point Trail
This long hike is rated strenuous mainly due to its length -- 16 miles.
9.5 mi away
Prisoners Harbor Trail
This easy hike is a terrific introduction to Prisoners Harbor and Santa Cruz Island.
9.5 mi away
Navy Road/Del Norte Loop Trail
Backcountry hikers will pass the Del Norte Camp on this loop trail.
9.5 mi away
China Pines Trail
The longest hike on Santa Cruz Island is 18 miles round trip.
