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Channel Islands National Park (Ventura Visitor Center)
Ventura, California
Ferry to car-free islands with kayaking, camping and whale watching.
- Price
- Ferry fare
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Time to allow
- 8 hours
A boat ride from Ventura takes you to a set of undeveloped islands. Day trips offer hiking and kayaking, and you can camp on Santa Cruz with advance notice.
Good to know
- Book boat tickets and camping ahead
- Bring all food and water for island camping
- Winter whale watching boats leave from Ventura and Oxnard
- Best time
- Late spring to early fall
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- No dogs
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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