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 on the island, here are a few great options!
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. Prisoners Harbor is another popular destination. Guests can see areas of Santa Cruz Island protected by the Nature Conservancy, offering amazing marine and wildlife. You can look at all of our Channel Islands kayaking options here.
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.
3. Snorkeling
After your Channel Islands Sea Cave kayak tour, you are welcome to rent snorkel equipment from us at our island storefront! Your guide can get you outfitted in our snorkel wetsuits and get you a snorkel mask and fins. You can also welcome to bring your own equipment if you would like. The area surrounding the island is a marine sanctuary full of healthy kelp forests teeming with seals, colorful fish, and crab.
Channel Islands National Park is recognized as an important breeding and resting area for a variety of land birds, shorebirds, and seabirds. The area is an essential feeding and nesting ground for many sea birds and is home to the only breeding colony of California Brown Pelicans in California!
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 the Pacific Ocean. There are also lots of beautiful and unique creatures including Island Foxes, Island Scrub Jays and California Brown Pelican. If you have a waterproof camera, you’ll be able to capture photos of colorful 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 Channel Islands National Park. The park includes five beautiful and diverse islands and is surrounded by an incredible ocean environment. We hope you have a great visit! Feel free to call our office at (805) 884-9283 to ask about all tour options on the islands.
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