Ventura County Attractions

Channel Islands National Park

Superintendent/Visitor Center: 1901 Spinnaker Dr.

Ventura, CA 93001

Tel. (805) 658-5730 [Visitor Information], (805) 658-5700

Fax. (805) 658-5799

www.nps.gov/chis

It’s so close to Los Angeles, but “America’s Galapagos” is one of the least-visited parks in the U.S. Less than 250,000 visitors land on the islands each year, according to the National Park Service (NPS). Go for sea kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife viewing. – Sara Benson

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Price Range: No entrance fees; $15/night camping/reservation fee. Fee & reservation details.

Transportation:

While the mainland visitor centers in Ventura and Santa Barbara are readily accessible by car or public transportation, the islands are only accessible by park concessionaire boats and planes or private boat. Advanced planning is highly recommended.

Follow the links for Directions, maps, public transportation, island transportation and bicycling information.

Open Hours: Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Weather Kiosk. Park is open all year. The Robert J. Lagomarsino Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center is open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily. The Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.

Closed: Visaisitor centers in Visaentura &Santa Barbara closed Thanksgiving & Dec. 25th.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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