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.