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Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park

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Anacapa Island Campground is located within Channel Islands National Park, near Ventura, CA. The terrain consists of rocky cliffs and coastal landscapes. Temperatures typically range from 50°F to 70°F throughout the year. Nearby attractions include the Channel Islands Marine Sanctuary and opportunities for wildlife viewing and hiking.

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Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park is located in California

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Directions

Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura or Channel Islands (Oxnard) Harbors. To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor.

Address

1901 Spinnaker Drive
Ventura, CA 93001

Coordinates

34.0141917 N
119.3677889 W

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  • Tent Sites

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  • Picnic Table
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Reviewed Jul. 14, 2018

lots of birds

if you love birds and solitude, this is the island for you! it smells pretty bad and it's very loud but there are only a handful of campsites so you have the island to yourself. I highly recommend hiking the short distance to inspiration point at sunset, the views are breathtaking. this island is not for everyone and it takes some adjusting to the smell and noise before you can enjoy the beauty.

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  • Review photo of Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park by Katie O., July 14, 2018
  • Review photo of Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park by Katie O., July 14, 2018
Reviewed Aug. 16, 2016

The best pit toilets around!

But beware seagull city. We went in mid-August, which is the end of the hatching season for the gulls - the island truly belongs to them. There is NO shade on the island, and if it's windy like it was for us (30 knots), sand will get everywhere. However, the campground and island facilities are pretty well-maintained. Major kudos to our island facilities host - the benches, tables, and bear boxes are pressure washed regularly and there are spinning apparatuses to keep gulls off of table tops. Be sure to keep your items in the bear boxes and CLOSE them at all times to avoid sneaky mice getting in (or check it before closing each time)! Seriously though, going back to the toilets - they are incredibly impressive. Tiled floors, handcrafted wooden doors, vinyl wall covering, and a hand sanitizer dispenser.
The lighthouse is on the end of the island - you get used to the sound of the fog horn after a few hours, and most of the time you can tune out the seagulls as well. Overall it's a fun adventure to stay on Anacapa.

  • Review photo of Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park by Jo R., August 16, 2016
  • Review photo of Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park by Jo R., August 16, 2016
  • Review photo of Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park by Jo R., August 16, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, good coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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There are 9 campsites at Anacapa Island Campground — Channel Islands National Park and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts