Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Visiting Channel Islands National Park should be on everyone’s bucket list. This island destination off the coast of California offers world class kayaking, tranquil camping and several hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts. If you are unsure how to plan your day to the island here are a few suggestions.

1)      Kayaking – With amazing coastal bluffs and some of the largest sea caves in the world, the Channel Islands are a great place to go kayaking. Scorpion Anchorage is one of the most popular areas of the park for kayaking because it offers several sea caves to explore and has easy access to the water. You can look at all our Channel Islands Kayaking options on at Channel Islands Kayaking.

2)      Hiking – There are several great hiking trails on the islands, including a few short strolls to amazing vistas of the Pacific Ocean. Be sure to pack water, snacks and a watch for hiking – you want to make sure you don’t miss your ferry home. Channel Islands Hiking Map

3)      Snorkeling – We provide wetsuits and snorkel masks to guests as a complimentary service when you book a kayaking trip, but you can also bring your own equipment. The area surrounding the island is a Marine Sanctuary and full of healthy kelp forests teaming with sea lions, fish and crab.

4)      Bird Watching- Channel Islands National Park is recognized as an important breeding and resting area for a variety of landbirds, shorebirds, and seabirds. Channel Islands Bird Check List

5)      Photography- Don’t forget your camera if you are planning a trip to the Channel Islands. There are numerous places to snap photos of the bluffs and Pacific Ocean. There are also lots of beautiful creatures – Island Foxes, Birds and Marine life. If you have a waterproof camera, you can catch photos of fish and crabs as well.

Whether you are staying for a few hours or a few days, there are lots of wonderful outdoor options when visiting the Channel Islands National Park. We hope you have a great visit!