Channel Islands National Park (Ventura/Santa Barbara Channel)

About the Attraction

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A visit to Channel Islands National Park offers an extraordinary escape into pristine coastal wilderness. Here's what to expect:

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• Natural Diversity: Often called "The American Galapagos," the park encompasses five remarkable islands and their surrounding waters, home to over 2,000 plant and animal species, including 145 found nowhere else on Earth, such as the island fox, Torrey pines, and island scrub-jay.

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• Untouched Landscapes: Experience California as it once was with 175 miles of untouched coastline, dramatic sea caves, pristine beaches, and rugged mountains. Each island—Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara—offers its own unique character and terrain.

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• Rich Cultural Heritage: Discover over 13,000 years of human history, from ancient Chumash communities who inhabited the islands for thousands of years to evidence of early explorers, ranchers, and maritime activities that shaped the region.

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• Marine Wonderland: Explore one of the world's richest marine ecosystems, where cold northern and warm southern currents meet, creating spectacular diving opportunities among kelp forests teeming with sea life and some of the largest sea caves on Earth.

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It's a must-visit destination for those seeking solitude, adventure, and a glimpse into what coastal California looked like before modern development.