Channel Islands National Park is located in California, USA. It lies between Santa Barbara and Ventura and is situated on five of the eight Channel Islands off the southern California coast. The park is famous for its unique wildlife, marine life, sea caves, and beautiful island landscapes.
Channel Islands National Park Location Map, Ventura, California
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Top Attractions Inside Channel Islands National Park
- Scorpion Cove (Santa Cruz Island) 鈥� Popular landing area for kayaking, snorkeling, and exploring sea caves.
- Anacapa Island 鈥� Rugged island with iconic arch rock formations and seabird colonies.
- Santa Rosa Island 鈥� Expansive beaches, hiking trails, and historic ranching sites.
- Island Fox Viewing 鈥� Spot the unique, endemic island fox on several of the islands.
- Kayaking & Snorkeling Spots 鈥� Clear waters with kelp forests, sea lions, and diverse marine life.
- Sea Caves 鈥� Accessible by boat or kayak, offering dramatic coastal scenery and wildlife observation.
- Backcountry Hiking Trails 鈥� Trails through remote landscapes showcasing native plants, wildlife, and cliffside vistas.
Channel Islands National Park Facts
| Official Name | Channel Islands National Park |
| Location | Ventura, California, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.0069掳 N, 119.7785掳 W |
| Total Area | 249,561 acres (100,965 hectares) |
| Established | March 5, 1980 |
| Founder | U.S. Federal Government (National Park Service) |
| Managed By | National Park Service (NPS) |
| Region | Southern California 鈥� Pacific Coast |
| Address | 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001, USA |
| Zip Code | 93001 |
| Area Code | 805 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD, $) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) 鈥� UTC鈭�8 Standard / UTC鈭�7 Daylight Saving |
| Theme / Concept | Island Ecosystems, Marine Wildlife, Coastal Wilderness, Outdoor Recreation |
| Main Islands | Anacapa - Santa Cruz - Santa Rosa - San Miguel - Santa Barbara |
| Famous Attractions | Inspiration Point (Anacapa) - Painted Cave (Santa Cruz) - Scorpion Anchorage - Point Bennett (San Miguel) - Torrey Pines (Santa Rosa) |
| Annual Visitors | 300,000+ visitors per year |
| Entry Fee Type | No Park Entrance Fee (Boat or Flight Transport Required) |
| Transport Cost Range | $59 to $125+ round-trip (Island Packers Ferry) |
| Transportation Options | Ferry (Island Packers) - Charter Boats - Private Boats - Limited Flights to Some Islands |
| Best Time to Visit | May鈥揙ctober (Calm seas, warm weather, best wildlife & kayaking conditions) |
| Nearby Airport | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) 鈥� 65 miles (105 km) |
Distances from Channel Islands National Park to Nearby Landmarks
- Scorpion Anchorage 鈥� 0 km (0 mi)
- Santa Cruz Island Visitor Center 鈥� 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Prisoners Harbor 鈥� 5 km (3.1 mi)
- Smugglers Cove 鈥� 7 km (4.3 mi)
- Parsons Landing 鈥� 10 km (6.2 mi)
- China Camp 鈥� 4 km (2.5 mi)
- Cavern Point 鈥� 6 km (3.7 mi)
- Santa Rosa Island 鈥� 20 km (12.4 mi)
- Anacapa Island 鈥� 40 km (24.9 mi)
- San Miguel Island 鈥� 80 km (49.7 mi)
- Santa Barbara, CA 鈥� 80 km (49.7 mi)
- Ventura, CA 鈥� 50 km (31 mi)
- Channel Islands Harbor 鈥� 45 km (28 mi)
- Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary 鈥� 0 km (0 mi)
- Island Packers Dock 鈥� 50 km (31 mi)
- East Anchorage 鈥� 3 km (1.9 mi)
- Shark Harbor 鈥� 12 km (7.5 mi)
- Pelican Bay 鈥� 5 km (3.1 mi)
- Del Norte Canyon 鈥� 15 km (9.3 mi)
- Blue Cavern 鈥� 6 km (3.7 mi)
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