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ANACAPA ISLAND

Overview Once visitors have scaled the rugged cliffs using the stairwell from the Landing Cove, they will be rewarded with a campground perched on the bluffs with magnificent coastal views. Anacapa Island, the closest Channel Island to the mainland of California, is comprised of three islets (appropriately named East, Middle, and West Anacapa Islands). Waves have eroded the volcanic island, creating towering sea cliffs, sea caves, and natural bridges, such as forty-foot-high Arch Rock -- a…

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 34.0141917, -119.3677889

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Visitor Center Anacapa Island
  • Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center on Santa Cruz Island
  • SANTA CRUZ SCORPION
  • SANTA CRUZ DEL NORTE BACKCOUNTRY
  • Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center
  • La Jolla Group

Frequently asked questions

Is ANACAPA ISLAND reservable?

Yes — ANACAPA ISLAND accepts reservations. Check the live availability calendar to see open dates and book.

Where is ANACAPA ISLAND?

See the map for ANACAPA ISLAND's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at ANACAPA ISLAND?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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