When to go
In general, the islands have a Mediterranean climate year-round. Temperatures are relatively stable, with highs averaging in the mid-60s (°F) and lows in the low-50s. However, there are seasonal differences that visitors should take into consideration when visiting the park. In addition, visitors also should be aware that ocean and weather conditions vary considerably from day-to-day and island-to-island. For more information visit: http://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/weather.htm
Know before you go
No entrance fee8 campgrounds · 8 reservableFly into LAX or SBA
Check current conditions with NPS →Campgrounds
In and around Channel Islands, reservable sites first.
- Anacapa IslandReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Pine Mountain CampgroundReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Reyes Peak CampgroundReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- San Miguel IslandReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Santa Barbara IslandReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Santa Cruz Island Del Norte BackcountryReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Santa Cruz Island ScorpionReservableBook on Recreation.gov →
- Santa Rosa IslandReservableBook on Recreation.gov →