Resources For Visiting Channel Islands National Park

This is where you can find websites, helpful phone numbers, friends groups and cooperating associations, and, sometimes, books related to the park.

Channel Islands National Park: www.nps.gov/chis

You can find maps at this site.

For information about bringing pets, click here.

Visitor Centers

The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park

1901 Spinnaker Drive
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 658-5730

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

113 Harbor Way 4th Floor
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 884-1475

http://outdoorsb.sbmm.org/

Fees

There is no fee to enter Channel Islands National Park and an entrance pass is not required.

Friends Groups and Cooperating Associations

Channel Islands National Park Foundation is the official philanthropic partner of Channel Islands National Park, dedicated to supporting vital Park initiatives and projects that safeguard this unique ecosystem. The Foundation’s work focuses on protecting and preserving the islands for generations to come.

Helpful Books

California’s Channel Islands: A History

Prehistoric foragers, conquistadors, missionaries, adventurers, hunters, and rugged agriculturalists parade across the histories of these little-known islands on the horizon of twenty-first century Southern California. This chain of eight islands is home to a biodiversity unrivaled anywhere on Earth. In addition, the Channel Islands reveal the complex geology and the natural and human history of this part of the world, from the first human probing of the continent we now call North America to modern-day ranchers, vineyardists, yachtsmen, and backpackers.

Hike the Channel Islands: Best Day Hikes in Channel Islands National Park

Easy-to-use guide to the best hikes on Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel and Santa Barbara islands. Hikes lead to stunning overlooks, hidden beaches and coves, and a stunning diversity of island habitats.

Channel Islands National Park Travel Guide: Explore California’s Unique Wildlife, Water Activities, Hiking Trails, and Island Hopping Routes

This detailed guidebook provides:

• Clear overviews of each of the five park islands, highlighting what makes each one unique.
• Hiking trail descriptions ranging from short walks to challenging backcountry routes.
• Water-based activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, diving, and whale watching.
• Seasonal highlights and practical details on weather, tides, and safety considerations
• Cultural and historical context, from Chumash heritage to early ranching and marine history
• Transportation tips for ferries, tours, and private boating access