East Anacapa Island
The eastern side of the island is open for exploration.
Plan Around East Anacapa Island
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East Anacapa Island Details
The three islets that comprise Anacapa Island total five miles in length, and East Anacapa Island is where you are likely to do most of your exploration if this is your visit to the park. After arriving at Landing Cove, you can hike along two miles of trails to see the different areas of East Anacapa. In the spring (February-April) wildflowers bloom, and Western Gulls hatch their eggs in May and June (the fledglings take flight in July). Hike to Cathedral Cove and Pinniped Point for overlooks to see seals and sea lions hauled out on the rocks below. You can also hike out to the Anacapa lighthouse, lit in 1932 and the last permanent lighthouse built on the West Coast. Camping is available at the East Islet Campground. There is also a small visitor center located in one of the the old Coast Guard buildings. You will find displays of the islands history, both cultural and natural, as well as a lens from one of the original lighthouses. There are outhouses and picnic tables available as well.
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Nearby Parks Around East Anacapa Island
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Nearby Points of Interest Around East Anacapa Island
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0.1 mi away
East Islet Campground
Take the 157 stairs to get closer to the stars on Anacapa Island.
0.1 mi away
Pinniped Point Trail
Follow the trail for a glimpse of California sea lions.
0.2 mi away
Cathedral Cove Trail
Views of beautiful rock formations are your prize for hiking this trail.
0.3 mi away
Landing Cove
An hour's boat ride from the mainland will deliver you to Landing Cove on Anacapa Island.
