Anacapa Island

A more secluded camping experience for Channel Islands. I specifically picked this for that reason. Sunset was gorgeous. Be prepared for any weather. If birds annoy you, this island isn’t for you. You will literally be camping next to them especially at night. Foghorn runs all day. Bring ear plugs if that bothers you. Overnight camping is more than enough to explore. If you’re an experienced kayaker, I highly recommend it.

The birds were very loud and never stopped, the staff and scenery were great though

The birds were very loud and never stopped, the staff and scenery were great though

The birds were very loud and never stopped, the staff and scenery were great though

The campsite is far away from where you are dropped off, but that is because of the noise from the fog horn. The campsite included bear cages and was very close to a restroom and very scenic view. Be prepared for loud birds, the lighthouse, and a fog horn that goes off about every 10 seconds. It is definitely a bit difficult to sleep on the island due to the noise. Some people were disappointed because of how many birds were on the island and how flat it was, but it is very fun for ocean sports and seeing an amazing view called inspiration point. I highly recommend bringing a tent or EZ Up because if you sleep under the stars you may get pooped on by birds.

The campsite is far away from where you are dropped off, but that is because of the noise from the fog horn. The campsite included bear cages and was very close to a restroom and very scenic view. Be prepared for loud birds, the lighthouse, and a fog horn that goes off about every 10 seconds. It is definitely a bit difficult to sleep on the island due to the noise. Some people were disappointed because of how many birds were on the island and how flat it was, but it is very fun for ocean sports and seeing an amazing view called inspiration point. I highly recommend bringing a tent or EZ Up because if you sleep under the stars you may get pooped on by birds.

The campsite is far away from where you are dropped off, but that is because of the noise from the fog horn. The campsite included bear cages and was very close to a restroom and very scenic view. Be prepared for loud birds, the lighthouse, and a fog horn that goes off about every 10 seconds. It is definitely a bit difficult to sleep on the island due to the noise. Some people were disappointed because of how many birds were on the island and how flat it was, but it is very fun for ocean sports and seeing an amazing view called inspiration point. I highly recommend bringing a tent or EZ Up because if you sleep under the stars you may get pooped on by birds.

My 2 friends and I were the only ones on the island between the Island Packers shuttle departure and arrival. The birds created a very unique environment; the experience with the birds depends on when you go during their nesting season. You will never experience something as unique as this island. Also, if you do end up staying overnight, the sunset over Inspiration Point was remarkable. Unbelievably fun trip! Although, you probably don't need to stay more than a night -- maybe two. The island is less than 2 mi (sq ft) and you can walk every trail on the island in less than 2 hours. The experience with the birds and solitude make this an unpassable experience.

My 2 friends and I were the only ones on the island between the Island Packers shuttle departure and arrival. The birds created a very unique environment; the experience with the birds depends on when you go during their nesting season. You will never experience something as unique as this island. Also, if you do end up staying overnight, the sunset over Inspiration Point was remarkable. Unbelievably fun trip! Although, you probably don't need to stay more than a night -- maybe two. The island is less than 2 mi (sq ft) and you can walk every trail on the island in less than 2 hours. The experience with the birds and solitude make this an unpassable experience.

My 2 friends and I were the only ones on the island between the Island Packers shuttle departure and arrival. The birds created a very unique environment; the experience with the birds depends on when you go during their nesting season. You will never experience something as unique as this island. Also, if you do end up staying overnight, the sunset over Inspiration Point was remarkable. Unbelievably fun trip! Although, you probably don't need to stay more than a night -- maybe two. The island is less than 2 mi (sq ft) and you can walk every trail on the island in less than 2 hours. The experience with the birds and solitude make this an unpassable experience.