The largest island of the Channel Islands National Park, Santa Cruz Island is known for its diverse landscape and extraordinary range of flora and fauna. Home to the Devils Peak, the island's highest point, and the Painted Cave, which is deemed as the largest of its kind in the world, the island features a range of fascinating landmarks. It is also notably home to the Santa Cruz Island fox. The island's shoreline comprises a stellar blend of coves, beaches, and high bluffs, along with innumerable sea caves that were formed due to volcanic activity. Santa Cruz also has historical significance, having been the home of the native Chumash people for thousands of years.
Website: santacruz.nrs.ucsb.edu
Phone: (805) 658-5730
Ventura, CA 93001 ·2239.18 mi
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yelpJust Cruzin' Santa Cruz Island is one of eight islands in the Channel Islands National Park archipelago and is one of the five that are visitable by the average citizen. It is also the largest of...
MoreStarted the day trip with a guided walk by a ranger who spent about an hour and a half walking us through parts of the island eding the ealk at a vista point where we ate our lunch. The guided...
MoreMy first time here was several years ago in late July. The sun was brutal so sun protection is very important - hat, sunglasses and sunscreen and a lot of water. I visited Santa Cruz Island...
MoreWonderful place to be, especially if you like dramatic coastal views and enjoy hiking. We came on a day trip from Ventura and we're not disappointed. We chose SCORPION COVE because of the...
MoreOh what an adventure!! Just getting here is an experience but once you arrive, there's so much to see! So much wildlife on the island and in the surrounding waters. There are even several species...
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