Channel Islands National Park
The "Galápagos of North America"
Five rugged islands off the Southern California coast, reachable only by boat — sea caves, endemic wildlife, and wildflower bluffs with almost no crowds. Spring for flowers, summer and fall for the calmest crossings.
What to see
The top things to see in Channel Islands are Santa Cruz Island, Painted Cave kayak, Anacapa Island lighthouse, Inspiration Point. Start with kayaking the santa cruz sea caves if you only have one anchor, then use the rest of the list to shape a half-day or full-day route.
- Santa Cruz Island
- Painted Cave kayak
- Anacapa Island lighthouse
- Inspiration Point
- Channel crossings & whale watching
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