Camping Channel Islands National Park (Santa Cruz)
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- Опубліковано 6 сер 2024
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Figuring out how to camp, backpack, and hike Channel Islands National Park can be intimidating. Each island has its own deal, and it can be overwhelming between permit regulations, water supplies, and boat schedules. In this guide, I'll show you the easiest way to make your first visit to the Channel Islands National Park and experience all it has to offer.
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00:00 Why This Guide?
01:03 Which Island?
01:18 Book Camp
02:09 Boat TIckets
03:20 Scorpion Cove
06:01 Smuggler's Cove
10:08 Potato Harbor
Are you planning a thrilling adventure in Channel Islands National Park? This comprehensive beginner's guide is here to help you backpack, camp, and hike like a pro! Discover the untouched beauty of the islands while immersing yourself in the wonders of nature. These expert tips will provide you with all the essential information you need, from packing the perfect gear to navigating the island trails. Explore the breathtaking landscapes, encounter unique wildlife, and awaken your senses to the serenity of the coastal wilderness. Join us on this unforgettable journey and create lifelong memories as you embark on your first backpacking, camping, and hiking experience in Channel Islands National Park. Get ready to embrace the pristine beauty and embark on an adventure that will leave you in awe. Start your journey today and unlock the secrets of Channel Islands National Park!
We used to travel out to Santa Cruz on our small sailboat, and hang out there for 4 days at a time. But that was back in the 1970's, before you needed a permit to go there. It was a total wild adventure back then, with a certain amount of risk. But we always came back alive with lots of 8mm movies of the trips.
Use to be a hunting guide in late 70's, so many Foxes back then. Lots of Marino Sheep and Feral pigs, wild turkey, quail and wild peacocks. We stayed a west end of island at Christie Ranch, always finding piles of Abalone shells left From Chumash, piles as big as a house. Dr. Staunton still ran Herford cattle on the island, and had a cattle round up from horse back, they turn the horses loose till next year. He would barge out huge tanker trucks full of propane and diesel that ran large generators for his Ranch. There was still olive tree orchards out dieing grape vines from old days of Santa Cruz wine. Loved that island, still do
I’ve been waiting for this video! As a Ventura resident, I make it a point to visit one of the islands at least once a year. They are SO underrated and I’m glad to see you went during the blooms. February and March are some of my favorite times to visit! ❤
Ah nice - yes, I spent this winter visitng a few of the islands - going back next year to do some more guides - it's such a magical place - almost feels fake - seeing whales on the way, the foxes, etc.
Great video of tour. We went last spring and absolutely loved the day hike experience. We also signed up to do the kayaking along the coast and into some of the caverns. That was really wonderful and exciting. Some kayaking experience is recommended as the seas were pretty choppy and you needed to guide your kayak through some fairly narrow cave openings. But it was really cool! We’d do it again!
I highly recommend visiting the Channel Islands, especially Santa Cruz Island. 🏝️
Just found this video, nicely done!
Great info. Thank You
Looks amazing!!
This is a great video !! Thank you!!
great video buddy!!
Very nice overview. Thanks!
Another great video, thanks
Great video. I sail to the Channel Islands often. This is a good reminder to do more hiking while I'm there.
This looks so cool! 🔥 I'm definitely going soon 💯💯💯 love your videos man
Great video!
What a wonderful hike. I was born in Ventura but I’ve never done a hike on the island. Well done!
Great video thank you
What a great hike. Definitely adding it to my list. I heard the sea cave kayaking is awesome there too.
yea there's a company there you can book and go on guided kayaking tours
Really nice and informative video. Super serene and enticing. I plan on going for the first time in late summer this year. This was the perfect introduction to what I can expect and how to navigate the trip. Thanks.
Very detailed and informed introduction. We are going to take the Potato Harbor trail for the breathtaking views. Thanks for video!
I get out there about every year or two, and I love it. Such a beautiful ecosystem. I also recommend you bring snorkeling gear or rent a kayak, because there is some great snorkeling in Scorpion Cove and you can easily kayak to the caves.
What a great video...this looks amazing! I've been meaning to book the vacation at work, but have been so distracted with life in general that I've been putting it off. This is what I need to get back on track. How does Del Norte site compare?
Ah great to hear - Del Norte is great but involves a little more logistics and water - after doing a bunch of routes in CINP I found this itinerary at Scorpion to be a great place to start. If you're cool with the planning, start at Del Norte, take the boat there, then hike to Scorpion, it's not too bad.
I've gone scuba diving and kayaking there
We saw blue whales on the boat ride across.
so neat. what month?
Thanks for the great info! My girlfriend and I are going in October. Does anyone know of any good scuba/freediving spots on the island?
You let the secret out! 😂 Great video!
Well done video. Only thing I’d like to have seen is discussing possible activities other than hiking. Snorkeling? Spear fishing? Kayaking? Etc
Yea, it's a hiking channel
Great video! Do I have to complete the whole cavern point loop to see Cavern Point? Or can I just do it clockwise & continue west to Potato Harbor when I see the junction/signs? Thank you!
You can do it as described
hi thanks for the video, does anybody know if I can bring my bike on the ferry / is it allowed to bike on the island?
no bikes on the islands
Well covered video! Nice job. Question: Does Island Packers charge you for parking your car at their lot while you camp overnight on the island?
No
Thank you for this beautiful video! What month did you do this for this video? February? March? I plan on going in April this year and I’m worried it won’t be as green and lush as your footage!
This was in March, April should be nice and green - have fun!
How did the Kayak tours look?
Have you ever been to Landing Cove campland?
Never been to the Channel Islands and I live in Socal as well. While Santa Cruz is absolutely stunning, I have my heart set on Santa Rosa first time out there. I hear the weather out there can be pretty sketch but if your well prepared, it's just part of the adventure.
What's the hinky deal with the isobutane canisters? Do they mark which ones are yours if they're taking them from you? I guess because they're flammable, that must be some kind of USCG regulation or something, eh.
We went in 2018 and it was epic! But SUUUUPER windy! It was worth it.
Yea, it's prob a regulation, they have a sharpie so you can just mark the canister, not so many people that its a problem
Song?
Do you have to bring all your water from a mainland or there’re places with drinking water?
You can get water there, check out the link in the description.
While camping in the islands, are you able to go fishing from the shores?
Info here: www.nps.gov/chis/learn/management/lawsandpolicies.htm#:~:text=Fishing%20in%20the%20waters%20of,to%20fish%20within%20the%20park.
Is a day trip worth it?
Yes, for sure, just do either one of those hikes.
What time of the year is best to go visit?
I like the spring
Can you camp at Smugglers Cove?
I don’t believe so. You can only camp in designated area.
Exactly
How much did it cost you around the total trip?
$100
Can you swim there? Where can i park the car?
Looks boring
stay classy
Joe Walsh don't want you there. He loves it and wants it for himself and his cronies.