Channel Islands

Alerts and closures

• Park Closure

  Parts of Santa Rosa Island Closed During Wildfire Recovery

  Burned areas on Santa Rosa Island remain closed. Backcountry beach camping in Southeast Quadrant will remain closed for the remainder of the 2026 recreation season. Click the more link for additional information.

  Details on nps.gov

• Information

  Santa Barbara Island Dock Closed; Landings Restricted to Adjacent Rocky Ledge

  Santa Barbara Island is open to public access, but landings are restricted to the rocky ledge adjacent to the dock. The dock is closed and is not expected to be repaired in the near future due to the severe winter storm damage.

  Details on nps.gov

About

Channel Islands National Park encompasses five remarkable islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Isolation over thousands of years has created unique animals, plants, and archeological resources found nowhere else on Earth and helped preserve a place where visitors can experience coastal southern California as it once was.

Things to do: Astronomy, Stargazing, Boating, Motorized Boating, Sailing, Boat Tour, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Group Camping, Compass and GPS, Orienteering

Entry and fees

No entrance fee listed.

Fees change. Confirm on nps.gov before you go.