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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.
Plan Around Nature Conservancy Area
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Use this detail page to confirm that the stop is worth it, then carry that decision into a trip draft while the park context is still fresh.
Nature Conservancy Area Details
The Nature Conservancy owns and manages 76 percent of Santa Cruz Island. In partnership with the National Park Service, the two organizations preserve and protect the island's natural resources and rehabilitate of the island's historic buildings, as well. In addition, the Nature Conservancy has worked to restore the island's wetlands and the population of foxes and bald eagles. The western two-thirds of the island managed by the Nature Conservancy are largely off-limited to visitors.
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Nearby Parks Around Nature Conservancy Area
Compare nearby parks around Nature Conservancy Area when deciding whether to expand the route after this stop.
Nearby Points of Interest Around Nature Conservancy Area
Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Nature Conservancy Area while the map context is still fresh.
7.5 mi away
Prisoners Harbor Trail
This easy hike is a terrific introduction to Prisoners Harbor and Santa Cruz Island.
7.5 mi away
Navy Road/Del Norte Loop Trail
Backcountry hikers will pass the Del Norte Camp on this loop trail.
7.5 mi away
China Pines Trail
The longest hike on Santa Cruz Island is 18 miles round trip.
7.5 mi away
Del Norte Camp Trail
Backcountry campers can hike this trail to get to the campground.
7.5 mi away
Pelican Bay Trail
You can access this restricted part of Santa Cruz Island only when accompanied by a park-authorized guide.
