|
|
Channel Islands
National Park |
The islands within the park extend along the south |
|
|
|
| The Channel Islands National Park is one of the most unique adventure travel areas in the national park system, making it a great family vacation idea, even if you have little children. There is so much offered here, that you will want to spend more than one day on these extraordinary islands. You can go kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, bird watching, hiking the coast lines, whale watching, camping, picnicking, and watch a live underwater video program, and these are just a few of the outdoor adventures awaiting you on the Channel Islands! Check out below for great Channel Islands National Park information.
|
| Park Navigator Preview |
Uniqueness - Channel Islands National Park is comprised of five, in a chain of eight, southern California islands near Los Angeles, and is home to a wide variety of nationally and internationally significant natur... (click here for more)
Park and Visitor Center Hours - he park is open all year. The Robert J. Lagomarsino visitor center in Ventura is open daily from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Ventura is located 70 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbar... (click here for more)
History & Statistics - The Channel Islands National Park, sometimes called the “American Galapagos”, was established in 1980. The park consists of 249,353 acres, half of which are under the ocean, and include the islands of... (click here for more)
Natural Features - The significance of Channel Islands National Park stems from the islands’ remote, isolated position at the confluence of two major ocean currents, a region of persistent oceanic upwelling, and the bor... (click here for more)
Flora - Channel Islands National Park supports a diverse terrestrial flora, including many rare, relict, and endemic species, as well as many nonnative species. A total of about 790 plant taxa, including spec... (click here for more)
Activities in the Park - Although most visitation occurs in the summer, migrating gray whales and spectacular wildflower displays attract visitors in the winter and spring. Autumn is an excellent time to travel to the park, a... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - However remote, trampling by visitors, harvest of resources, foraging and/or invasion by alien species, and episodic (or chronic) pollution including oil spills remain the biggest threats to this fasc... (click here for more)
Weather - Climate is mild, with little variation in temperature year round. However, be prepared for high winds, fog, and sea spray at any time. Visitors to the islands should dress in layers, with short and lo... (click here for more)
Rules, Regulations and Safety - Wear sturdy hiking shoes with non-slip soles. The islands have no stores, restaurants, or overnight accommodations; you must bring all your own food, water, and camping equipment.
A strain of Hant... (click here for more)
Wildlife - California's Channel Islands offer some wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing. There is an abundance and diversity of marine creatures unmatched anywhere else in southern California. Pinnipeds ... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Do not directly or indirectly feed the native wildlife--protect your food from wildlife. Human food is generally not good for animals. Wildlife may become accustom to humans if they learn to associate... (click here for more)
Fees - The only park fees involved are camping fees of $15.00/day.... (click here for more)
Camping - Camping reservations for National Park Service campgrounds on San Miguel, Santa Rosa, East Santa Cruz, Anacapa, and Santa Barbara Islands are available at (800) 365-CAMP (2267). Beach camping on Santa... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is 25 miles away and Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary is 32 miles away. There is also Los Padres and Angeles National Forests, Carrizo Plain Na... (click here for more)
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
